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Fostering & Permanence Social Workers x 2 (Job Ref: 3928) Salary: £49,167.50 - £52,329 (Dependent on experience) + Travel Card & Reimbursement of SWE fee Location: 5 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG Hours per week: 36 Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time Closing Date: Sunday 4th January 2026 at 23:59 Interview: Tuesday 13th January 2026 About Camden Camden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all. What You’ll Be Doing / How You’ll Be Involved We are looking to appoint a dynamic assessing supervising social worker for our Fostering Team. You will have responsibility for undertaking the role of Kinship assessments and Foster Carers supervision, support and development, training, evaluate and review of foster carers who are offering placements to Children Looked After. This is collaborative role of both kinship and supervising, you will also be required to participate in the Fostering Team’s duty rota over a number of days each month. In addition to this you will have the opportunity to participate in various other team activities such as delivering support groups, skills to foster program and training to carers. We use a unique way of working within Camden’s Relational Practice Framework, which is a relationship-based practice, where relationships are at the heart of what we do. It is based on strong relationships between social workers and families and informed by their experiences. Being relational means Camden children, young people, parents and carers, networks, residents and communities experience a workforce that is curious, kind, courageous, honest and collaborative. We have been rated outstanding by Ofsted and are continually looking to innovate and maintain these standards. This is an opportunity to join a thriving & dynamic service with an OFSTED rating of OUTSTANDING. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS. Please note Camden also offers the DBS update service. To view the Job Profile, please click HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your Microsoft Edge browser (please note the attached will not open in other browsers): All About You To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting ''. To be considered for one of these fantastic opportunities it is essential that the successful candidate is a fully qualified and accredited Social Worker with current Social Work England (SWE) registration and has at least two years’ post qualifying experience. The post holder must have previous demonstrable experience writing complex assessments of a child's needs and/or risk, including designing and implementing care/protection plans and completing court work as well as of monitoring and reviewing such plans over a period of time. We are looking for a dynamic social worker who has working experience with kinship families, completing assessments and supporting and developing foster families. We are looking for someone who is an experienced and exceptional social worker, focused on best outcomes for young people. We would like someone who takes responsibility, can work both independently and collaboratively, and within a systemic approach. You will require 2 years’ post-qualification experience as a social worker, preferably within a Fostering team environment, with good investigative and analysis skills. You will also have extensive experience in completing assessments, preferably Kinships assessments, supervision preparation, training, support and review of foster carers offering placements to Children Looked After. Also you’ll possess a sound knowledge of the legislative framework relating to children particularly the Children Act 1989, Fostering Service Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant guidance and standards. Being able to negotiate and have the ability to deal with conflict, hostility and vulnerability is paramount. You will need to also be an expert practitioner, positive about the work and the development of the team and service will succeed in this role. We strongly encourage applicants to write their applications themselves. While we understand the growing use of AI tools, we believe that personal reflection and authenticity are key to a strong application. Please avoid using AI-generated content when applying. If you are interested in applying for this post, please feel free to contact our Head Of Service, Meenakshi Kumar for an informal conversation. What We Offer At Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits including: • 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years, • Local Government Pension Scheme, • Flexible working opportunities based on Service needs, • Interest free loans, • Access to our incredible staff networks, • Career development and training, • Wellbeing support and activities Visit '' for more details. What makes us different – why Camden? We believe Camden is one of the best places you can develop your career in Children's Family Help and Safeguarding. Here are some of the reasons why: Additional benefits for Social Workers at Camden: • Competitive Salary based on experience., • Reimbursement of the cost of Social Work England Fees for all qualified social work staff., • Payment of a travel allowance equivalent to the cost of a Zone 1 and 2 Travel card - currently £1,708., • Vibrant central London location with excellent transport links, • A comprehensive core social work training offer provided in partnership with the Learning and Development Service., • Care experience recognised as a ‘protected characteristic’ by Camden., • Camden Children’s Safeguarding and Social Work Learning Academy that provides a framework to deliver workforce development activity and our learning and development programme., • Opportunity to progress to an Advanced Social Worker Role, which will include developing an area of specialism and support team development., • Strong values and ethos informed by our Relational Practice Framework, based on strong relationships between social workers and families and informed by their experiences. Relational practice forms the basis of many working relationships within Camden, including Camden’s well-being offer to social work staff. This includes: • Support for social workers from managers, who can refer staff to clinicians at the Tavistock Clinic for counselling if needed., • Camden’s comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme that also offers counselling., • A regular social work “health check” to measure the wellbeing of the workforce., • Listening boxes and surveys to gather feedback from staff., • Wellbeing passport for carers, disabled staff (with both visible and non-visible disabilities), staff with long-term health conditions, and staff experiencing mental ill health. Inclusion and Belonging At Camden, we want every colleague to feel they belong and can thrive. We welcome applications from all parts of our community, and particularly encourage people from Black, Asian and Other Ethnic Heritage communities, LGBTQ+ people, disabled and neurodiverse people, survivors of domestic abuse, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds or with care experience. We know that different voices and perspectives make us stronger, and we are committed to providing the support, adjustments and flexibility people need to succeed. Click here for more information on our commitment. To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit Asking for Adjustments Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG. Anonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias.

📍 Bexley, London Borough 💼 Full-time | Permanent | £14.25 per hour, £60 per sleep Role Description This is a full-time role for a Senior Residential Support Worker at a Children's Home operated by Rivendell Ltd. The position is on-site and located in Bexley (London). The Senior Residential Support Worker will be responsible for supervising and supporting the daily activities of children and young people in the home. Responsibilities and Duties · Liaising with young people on aspects of their physical, intellectual, emotional and social development at all times, taking into consideration their rights, choices, individuality and reality of their situation. · Handling situations of conflict between young people in a constructive way. · Dealing with confrontational behaviour from individuals and groups of young people. · Advice and support in developing semi-independent skills. · Support around education, exams and homework. · Promoting trust, respect, sharing and good group living. · Demonstrating and promoting values of openness, honesty, frankness, reliability and care. · promoting equal opportunity and diversity within the home. · Recording and report writing · Handling petty cash and individual young person’s allowance. · Accompanying young people to various appointments. · Practical tasks like cooking, cleaning, and shopping. · Maintaining health and safety at all times Qualifications • Experienced and preferably qualified Diploma Level 3/NVQ 3-Children and Young People. How To Apply If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in their lives, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us on 07934786660 or via email on

Senior Residential Children's Home Support Worker.We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker.Greater London (Covering Area Camden homes in Camden, Haringey & Islington).Please note, it is essential that all candidates have relevant experience and qualifications in this

Senior Residential Children's Home Support Worker.We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Residential Support Worker.Greater London (Covering Area Camden homes in Camden, Haringey & Islington).Please note, it is essential that all candidates have relevant experience and qualifications in this

I am looking for a Children Residential Support Worker to work in a lovely setting in Swanley. The children have needs including emotional and challenging behaviours and so you will need to be resilient, patient and friendly. Experience of caring and supporting children and young people.

KEY TASK AREAS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Children and Young People ? To meet the requirements of the Registered and Placing Authority ? To ensure that the Home always meets the regulations set by the Regulatory Body ? To deliver services in line with the Children's Home Regulations including quality standards and Ofsted Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF) and company policies ? To safeguard all Children and Young People in the Home and to ensure good safeguarding procedures and principles detailed by your local safeguarding board are always in place and applied consistently ? Work with the team to ensure that referrals and applications are made as and when necessary and within the set time frames e.g. Safeguarding, Deprivation of Liberty ? Contribute to the process of assessment of referrals as and when required ? Work with the care team to coordinate admissions of suitable Children and Young People to the Home ? Ensure that all the relevant personal/pathway/placement plans for Children and Young People are in place, accurate, up to date and are adhered to by staff ? Support Key Worker Responsibilities for Children and Young People ? To ensure eff ective and timely contact and communication with the appropriate external agencies and Children and Young People's relatives, advocates and others ? Within a multidisciplinary team, monitor the progress of all Children and Young People's personal/pathway/placement plans, off ering advice, support and consultation ? Undertake regular reviews of the service provided to Children and Young People, involve relevant external agencies and take steps to represent the Children and Young People's interests ? Act on and/or delegate actions or recommendations from any reviews and ensure that all outcomes are completed ? Provide direct care and supervision, as required, to Children and Young People in the Home, including providing occasional cover for staff absence as necessary Job description ? Oversee and ensure that all staff eff ectively manage challenging behaviour, enabling Children and Young People to develop from a position of needing external control, toward self-control ? Maintain eff ective daily contact with internal and external colleagues ? Work eff ectively and positively with relatives, advocates and others involved with Children and Young People ? Direct and coordinate the care and support of each Child and Young Person to ensure that their targets are met ? Take responsibility for coordinating risk assessments and ensuring they are reviewed and updated ? Monitor and ensure that all Children and Young People's fi nancial transactions are recorded and administered following individual placement agreements, and Company and Regulatory Body policies and procedures ? Ensure awareness and implementation of appropriate practical application of the Mental Capacity Act including the Deprivation of Liberty ? Work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team which encompasses education, residential and clinical services relevant to the Home ? Liaise with staff from other departments to provide a consistent approach to all aspects of Children and Young People's care Staff ? Work with the Operations to ensure that appropriately qualifi ed and experienced staff are recruited per Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Work with the Operations to ensure that staffi ng meets the standards and levels as set out in the Home's Statement of Purpose ? Ensure that employment checks under Schedule 2 are undertaken with regard to the recruitment of staff following the standards set by the Regulatory Body, for example, references and DBS checks ? Take the lead on recruitment decisions with assistance from the Administration Department ? Ensure that all staff complete a full induction following Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Support Operations eff ectively apply the probation process and contribute to decisions regarding the ongoing employment of staff ? Assist in planning and updating of qualifi cations and contribute to personal development of self and others in line with personal and organisational objectives ? Provide regular supervision and annual appraisals following company policies and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Conduct Return to Work meetings for direct reports and manage sickness and absenteeism following Company policy ? Involvement in disciplinary, capability, grievance and other people management procedures following Company policy as appropriate ? Ensure that Operations carry out supervisions, probation reviews, annual appraisals, return to work meetings and manage their staff in line with Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Ensure regular team meetings in line with Company policy and standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Delegate responsibilities based on the competence of staff and the needs of the Company and review to promote teamwork and communication Job description ? Ensure and undertake verbal debriefs with staff as required and necessary and ensure relevant paperwork is completed ? Take the lead on the suspension of staff involved in Safeguarding issues in conjunction with the Operations ? Identify training needs of staff and contribute to the training and development of staff ? Ensure that staff exhibit the values set out by the Company and uphold standards of behaviour following Company policies Quality ? To ensure that appropriate standards are maintained, especially about care, educational and clinical programmes (service dependent) for the Children and Young People in their care, following company policies. Specifi c areas include: o The Homes Statement of Purpose o Safeguarding Individuals o Health & Safety - environmental health, food, fi re, risk assessments o Complaints and representation o General Social Care Council Codes of Practice o Care Quality Commission (registration) regulations/ Care Standards o Equality General ? Ensure awareness that the service operates to agreed budgets and contribute to keeping within these budgets as instructed ? Exercise vigilance regarding Health and Safety and promptly report all hazards and/or remedy them where appropriate. Undertake all duties in a manner calculated to minimise or avoid unnecessary risks, personally or to others ? Reports issues and/or incidents relating to staff Children and Young People that have arisen promptly to the relevant Line Manager or appropriate person ? To carry out on-call duties as required ? Operate at all times following Company policies and procedures, with particular reference to Safeguarding, Child Protection, Whistleblowing, Complaints and Representations and Behaviour Policies ? Participate in training and take responsibility for personal development ? Participate in team meetings, supervisions and annual reviews following Company policy and the standards set by the Regulatory Body ? Work to promote the Home as a valued, professional asset within its community and conduct themselves at all times in a manner that reinforces this image ? Ensure that all actions are in the interests of the Children and Young People and the Company ? To work to and exhibit the values of the Company and maintain standards of behaviour following Company policies, procedures and practices ? To carry out any other reasonable and relevant duties as required Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business. TPBN1_UKTJ

Shifts: Days and Waking nights available We have various shifts available - mornings / long days / afternoons / evenings / waking nights Weekdays and weekends available Part time or full time available What we can offer you: Excellent Induction Training Ongoing support from our Children's

A wonderful opportunity has just been presented to us here at Leaders in Care, for an experienced residential support worker / manager to relocate to a gorgeous holiday destination in the Channel Islands, to join the team as a Shift Lead for a Residential Children's Home. Outside IR35 | Leadership R

Due to internal promotions, our client is looking for a Support Worker - someone with experience, energy, and drive to help lead a caring, resilient, and skilled team in a 2-3 bed Children's Home (ages 8-18). What You'll Do: Be part of a strong team to provide a stable and enriching home for childre

We are looking for a Waking Night Children Support Worker to join our client's team To provide a needs led service to young people/children with autism and associated difficulties by adopting a person centred approach that fosters self-awareness, personal growth and gives each person the strongest v

Provide high-quality care and support to children and young people in a residential setting. Implement behaviour management strategies and individual care plans.

Senior Support Worker (Children's Residential) Location: Sunderland | Full-Time | Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? Join a passionate and fast-growing provider of high-quality children's residential services as a Senior Support Worker in Sunderland. Please note Wolf Healthcare is

UK's largest complex care providers , you'll be supported every step of the way in your career journey. However, due to the needs of this client, we can only consider applications from female support workers under genuine occupational requirements (Equality Act 2010). Children's Support Worker Term-

Transform Lives as a Children's Residential Support Worker! What if your job could change someone's life? That's exactly what you'll do as a Residential Support Worker at Wilderness Way. Be ready to make every day different! From cooking up a storm in the kitchen to kicking a ball in the garden or e

Key Responsibilities Provide consistent, child-centred care that promotes emotional, physical and social development Safeguard the welfare of young people at all times in line with legislation and policy Promote positive behaviour, routines and clear boundaries Support young people with daily routin

Provide guidance, supervision, and support to Support Workers on shift. As a Senior Support Worker, your responsibilities will include both direct care and leadership duties:. Senior or experienced Support Worker).

Here at Carestaff Solutions we know that its a privilege to work with children and young people who need our support, our aim is to improve the lives of the children and young people we work with, and in turn have a positive effect on their wider relationships. The requirements of an agency Support

As a Sports Youth Worker you will deliver and supervise face to face sports and activity sessions for young people, supporting session planning and general programming. You’ll lead a wide mix of activities, run taster sessions, organise competitions and challenges that develop skills, confidence a

As an Operational Support Grade, you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day running of a busy prison. An extraordinary job In this unique career, you’ll have the opportunity to protect the public and make an impact on lives by supporting the important work happening daily in our prisons

Family Support – Appeals Supervisor. Additional annual leave days awarded on length of service* • Company pension contribution • Life insurance (3 x salary)* • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including 24/7 support helpline • Interest-free Season Ticket Loans* • Ad

Supporting Children through tailored one to one sessions. Key responsibilities include: * Providing 1:1 support for adult family members and friends. Belmont Recruitment are looking to speak with candidates with experience of working with Children, Young people and Families that have been effecte

Social Care Recruitment are seeking compassionate, resilient and dedicated Residential Support Workers to join our team supporting children and young people aged 817 with learning disabilities and emotional/behavioural needs. Were Hiring Residential Support Workers (Childrens Services). Provide con

Knowledge of legislation and national policy and developments regarding children’s social care, and policy areas that impact on children’s social care. Experience of working as a social worker in a statutory setting with children and making professional judgments. The exact way in which these el

I have an AMAZING opportunity for a PASSIONATE and MOTIVATED individual to join a brilliant children’s residential service in Buntingford, Hertfordshire as a Children's Residential Support Worker, supporting young people between the ages of 8 - 18 years with Emotional & Behavioural Difficu

Job Title: Female Support Worker Hours: Monday–Friday, 12:30–21:30 Location: Westerham, Kent Pay: £14–£17 per hour Start Date: Immediate About the Role We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable female Support Workers to join our team. This role involves supporting stude

You will coordinate the recruitment, induction and deployment of our freelance Support Team, and provide high-quality administrative and logistical support for all youth-facing activities. We are looking for a Youth Support Co-ordinator to help deliver pastoral care and safeguarding across NYO&rsquo

A Senior Social Worker who can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team setting and also autonomously when required. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this co

Working within the community and alongside families and local networks is a key element of our approach, ensuring the best possible outcomes for those we support. Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees

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As a Family Support worker, you will contribute to fair and evidence-based assessments while addressing the emotional, physical, and holistic needs of families. Acting as a positive role model, encouraging a safe and supportive environment for best outcomes for children and families. Our client beli

Support parents and children, encouraging them to meet their own and their children's needs. Residential Family Support Worker. Residential Family Support Worker.

Ensure a safe and supportive environment for families and children. As a Family Support Worker, you will work directly with families to:. Support parents in developing essential parenting skills while always promoting the welfare of children.

As our Young People’s Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for championing our younger entrants (people aged under 25yrs).You will seek to establish close working relations with staff at criminal justice settings that work with young people and look to find ways to ensure that the young people in

As a Sports Youth Worker you will deliver and supervise face to face sports and activity sessions for young people, supporting session planning and general programming. Do you love sports and are you passionate about the role physical activity can play in changing young people’s lives? We have an

Youth Worker (Behaviour Mentor) - Secondary School - Lambeth - ASAP Start- £115 - £117 per day (depending on experience) *Youth Worker Required for a Mainstream Secondary School in the borough of Lambeth *Youth Worker required to work with students to provide behavioural and pastor

Central Recruitment is currently recruiting for a part time Caseworker, to work in the Walthamstow area. The service provides support to those who are homeless to help them move towards independence. In this position, you will be required to: * Hold a caseload of clients and help them find accomm

Job Title: Early Intervention Worker Location: Enfield Children’s Centres Hours: 35 hours per week Contract length: Initially 3 months - potential to extend Salary: £21 UMBRELLA per hour (£17 PAYE) Make a real difference to children’s early development! We are looking f

Run a caseload of publicly funded children work . Children's Panel accredited .

Role: Children Solicitor - City of London. Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated Children Law Solicitor for highly sought permanent positon. Family & Children Department Background:.

Child Care Worker - Education SEND School Based in Lambeth Full-timeWe are currently are looking for Child Care Workers who are dedicated and passionate about supporting children in a school-based environment. Your role as a Child Care Worker will be to support pupils on a 1:1 or group basis with

This is a psychosocial service, supporting the collection, collation and inputting of all Via service data as it relates to groups. In addition to the above you will be expected to participate in team meetings where relevant and to carry out other tasks as deemed necessary to support the needs of th

If modern wellbeing were redesigned from scratch, it wouldn’t live in a GP’s office or a cluttered supplement aisle.It would be digital-first, beautifully curated, and powered by data that actually helps you feel your best.That’s what we’re building at Healf.An ecommerce platform at the inte

You’ll work closely with Account Directors to shape strategy and manage delivery, while supporting and mentoring junior team members. Support in client communications and help manage ongoing relationships. Mentor and support Account Executives, fostering development and collaboration.

Eden Brown synergy are currently recruiting for Westminster City Council who are looking for Qualified Social Worker (QSW) | South Complex Care Team Job Advert - Qualified Social Worker (QSW) | South Complex Care Team | Westminster City Council | £32. Role: Qualified Social Worker - South

The work could include targeted group work where this is appropriate, working alongside the youth service and Project X groups to support young people to increase their confidence and social skills and outlook. You will manage and facilitate restorative work with victims and those children who offen

We are looking for an Independent Living Advisor (South) to provide specialist, person centred and holistic advice, guidance, advocacy, and support to people living with a long-term illness or disability or caring for someone with these conditions. As an Independent Living Advisor, you will empower

Work directly with families, children, and young people to assess their needs and develop tailored support plans. The Early Help Practitioner will play a key role in delivering early intervention and support services to children, young people, and families to improve their outcomes. Currently workin

Direct Work with Families: Engage children and families in meaningful, sustainable change within available resources, encouraging positive parenting through a twin-track approach of high challenge and high support. Requirements of this Social Worker job: Understanding of relevant legislation. We ar