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Join Our Family at Foster Care Associates (FCA)\n\nPosition: Senior / Supervising Social Worker\n\n Salary: Up to £36,323.65 per annum (dependent on experience) \n\nWhy Choose FCA?\n At Foster Care Associates, we believe in making a positive difference in the lives of looked-after children and their families. Founded in 1994 by a former foster parent and social worker, we have grown into one of the UK's largest independent fostering agencies. Our mission is simple: to support every child and foster parent, every day. \n\n As part of the Polaris Community, we are dedicated to excellence and have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fostering services. Join us, and become part of a close-knit, supportive community that feels like family! \n\nLocation:\n Home-based, supporting foster parents across the Isle of Wight, Southampton, and Portsmouth. \n\nWhat You'll Do:\n\n • Support foster parents and their families to achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people in foster care.\n, • Monitor the suitability and competence of foster parents, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.\n, • Provide guidance on the fostering task, required competencies, and FCA policies.\n, • Conduct regular supervision sessions with allocated foster parents.\n, • Work collaboratively to identify needs within foster families, contributing to meetings and action plans.\n, • Ensure compliance with all key documentation for children and foster parents.\n, • Attend meetings and provide reports for commissioning teams regarding individual care packages.\n, • Promote participation of children and young people in agency development and local opportunities.\n, • Participate in an out-of-hours support service and day duty system on a rota basis.\n, • Occasionally conduct initial home visits and Form F assessments.\n\n\nWhat We’re Looking For:\n\n, • A Social Work qualification and professional registration with Social Work England or equivalent.\n, • Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.\n, • Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures.\n, • Willingness and ability to travel extensively, including occasional overnight stays.\n, • Confidence in transporting children and young people in potentially challenging situations.\n, • A full UK driving licence.\n\n\nWhat We Offer:\n\n, • Company Car or £2,000 Car Allowance\n, • 30 days' annual leave (rising to 35 days with length of service) + Bank Holidays (pro rata)\n, • Life Assurance and Company Pension\n, • On-site Free Parking\n

About the Role\nWe are recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Residential Support Worker to join a dynamic service supporting both children and young people across multiple provisions. This includes a children’s residential home (ages 11–15) and supported accommodation services for young people aged 16–18.\n\nThe young people we support come from trauma backgrounds and may present with a range of emotional and behavioural challenges. Your role will be to provide consistent, trauma-informed care while promoting independence, stability and positive outcomes.\n\nThis is a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people as they develop and transition into adulthood.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Provide high-quality care and support in both residential and supported accommodation settings\n\n * Build strong, trusting relationships with children and young people\n\n * Support daily routines, life skills and independence development\n\n * Respond calmly and effectively to challenging behaviours\n\n * Encourage engagement in education, training or employment\n\n * Work as part of a team to provide a safe, structured and nurturing environment\n\n * Maintain accurate records and contribute to care planning\n\nShift Patterns\n\n * 9:00am – 11:00pm plus sleep-in\n\n * 7:00am – 9:30am next day\n\n * Based on a 3-week rolling rota: approximately 7 x 24-hour shifts (including sleep-ins)\n\nRequirements\n\n * A calm, patient and resilient nature\n\n * Ability to manage challenging behaviours in a professional and supportive manner\n\n * Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle\n\n * Minimum 6 months’ experience working with children or young people (residential care, schools, youth work, SEN, family support or similar)\n\n * Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)\n\nWhat We Offer\n\n * Comprehensive training, including PRICE (Protecting Rights in a Caring Environment)\n\n * Opportunity to complete the Level 4 Children’s Residential qualification\n\n * Ongoing professional development and career progression\n\n * Supportive team environment across a range of services\n\n * The chance to make a genuine impact in the lives of young people\n\nIf you are passionate about supporting children and young people to overcome challenges and reach their potential, we encourage you to apply.\n\nApply today and be part of a team that changes lives

Belmont Recruitment are recruiting for Domestic Abuse Outreach Workers with a focus around Family Safeguarding, for a full-time permanent position based in Southampton.\n\nSalary; £25,750-£26,383 per annum\n\nHours; 37.5h per week\n\nLocation; Southampton (Community & Co-Located role)\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are recruiting a Domestic Abuse Outreach Worker to join a multidisciplinary Family Safeguarding Team in Southampton. This community-based role works alongside social care and partner agencies to deliver a whole-family approach to domestic abuse and child protection, helping keep children safe at home wherever possible.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Provide one-to-one outreach support to victims and survivors of domestic abuse\n\n * \n\n Complete evidence-based risk assessments\n\n * \n\n Develop and review individual safety plans\n\n * \n\n Deliver practical and emotional advocacy support\n\n * \n\n Support parents to understand the impact of domestic abuse on children\n\n * \n\n Provide direct 1:1 support to children affected by domestic abuse\n\n * \n\n Participate in MARAC, HRDA and court processes as required\n\n * \n\n Identify and assess risk posed by individuals using abusive behaviours\n\n * \n\n Support delivery of group work and parenting interventions\n\n * \n\n Escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately\n\n * \n\n Maintain accurate and confidential case records\n\n * \n\n Work within safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection frameworks\n\n * \n\n Contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions and supervision\n\n * \n\n Build strong working relationships with statutory and voluntary agencies\n\n * \n\n Promote awareness of domestic abuse services within the community\n\n * \n\n Manage a proactive and organised caseload\n\n * \n\n Ensure child safety remains paramount in all interventions\n\n * \n\n Work in line with legislation, policy and best practice guidance\n\n * \n\n Contribute to service development and continuous improvement\n\nAbout You\n\n * \n\n Experience advocating for vulnerable individuals\n\n * \n\n Experience working within a multi-agency safeguarding framework\n\n * \n\n Strong understanding of domestic abuse and child protection\n\n * \n\n Experience facilitating group work or structured interventions\n\n * \n\n Ability to assess and manage complex risk\n\n * \n\n Excellent communication and partnership-working skills\n\n * \n\n Resilient, empathetic and solution-focused approach\n\n * \n\n Ability to work independently and as part of a team\n\n * \n\n Clean driving licence and access to a vehicle\n\n * \n\n Willingness to participate in on-call duties\n\nThis is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference within an innovative family safeguarding model, supporting survivors and promoting lasting change

Agency FCA (Cafcass) - Hampshire & Dorset\n \nPlease note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.\n \nCaritas Recruitment is working in partnership with Cafcass to recruit 3 Agency Family Court Advisers (FCA) on a temporary basis to support a defined task/project. These roles will be based from Bournemouth or Portsmouth offices, covering Hampshire & Dorset, with hybrid working arrangements.\n\nKey Details\n\nRole: Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA)\nClient: Cafcass\nLocation: Bournemouth or Portsmouth (covering Hampshire & Dorset)\nPay Rate: £40 per hour\nContract: Temporary (Task/Project)\nHours: 37 hours per week\n\nThe Role\n\nAs an Agency FCA, you will:\n\nProvide high-quality case analysis through Court reports, making clear and robust recommendations to the Court in private law proceedings\nEngage directly with children and families, ensuring the child's needs, wishes and feelings are central to all work\nDemonstrate expertise in safeguarding, child engagement, inter-agency working, case planning, and accurate recording\nWork confidently with parents, relatives, local authorities, and the Courts\nPrepare and present oral evidence in Court when requiredThis is a demanding role and requires a professional who is resilient, well organised, able to work proportionately, and confident using IT systems, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n\nEssential Criteria\n\nQualified Social Worker\nRegistered with Social Work England (SWE)\nEnhanced DBS issued within the last 12 months via the submitting agency\nRight to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available)\n\nDesirable Experience\n\nProven experience of Court report writing\nExperience of giving evidence in Court\nStrong understanding of private law proceedings\n\nWorking Arrangements\n\nHybrid role\nAttendance at Court hearings as required\nMonthly team meetings held in person where possible\nInduction: Hybrid (in person and remote)\n\nInterviews\n\nInterviews will be held via Microsoft Teams with two managersFor more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - (url removed) / (phone number removed)\n\nCaritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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Package Description: The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. Join Us as a Support Worker The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people, and we have a rewarding opportunity for a Support Worker at Kingsley House in Bideford, Devon. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Visit our website to find out more about who we are: About the Service At Kingsley House, Devon, we provide high quality residential and day services for autistic adults in a specialist 24-hour, safe and secure learning environment. Our emphasis is on supporting adults with complex needs to fulfil their potential by developing vocational and life skills. About the Role We are looking for caring and reliable Support Workers. Your role is to help people live their best lives by following their support plans and daily routines. What You’ll Do Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, eating) Encourage activities they enjoy (swimming, hiking, arts & crafts) Support life skills & independence (budgeting, shopping, meal preparation) What We’re Looking For For you to inspire others with a positive attitude towards supporting vulnerable people Experience with autistic people is helpful but not essential Personal experience or a passion for helping others is welcome This advert is for a part-time permanent positions at 26 hours per week. Your working pattern in this role will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families and will include evening and weekend working. Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) is preferred What we can offer you Pension – Auto-enrolled pension scheme. Annual Leave – 33 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year. Training – Great induction and training, including autism training. Discounts – Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple). Healthcare – Cash plan for permanent staff. Life Assurance – 2x your base salary. Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension. Support – 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling. Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends. Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts. Extra Pay – Enhanced overtime, plus payments for sleep-in and on-call (if applicable to the role). Refer a Friend – Get £200 when you refer someone. About our application process When you write your supporting statement: Look at the job description and person specification. Tell us how your skills and experience match the role. Give examples if you can. We might close this job advert early if we get lots of suitable applications. For any queries regarding this advert, please contact: Kim Tappin, hiring manager, at To protect our autistic adults at the National Autistic Society, all staff are required to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months would be preferable but not essential. Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people. We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme. Important Information Agencies need not apply. Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas

Package Description: The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. Join Us as a Support Worker The National Autistic Society helps create a world that works for autistic people, and we have a rewarding opportunity for a Support Worker at Kingsley House in Bideford, Devon. If you share our values and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Visit our website to find out more about who we are: About the Service At Kingsley House, Devon, we provide high quality residential and day services for autistic adults in a specialist 24-hour, safe and secure learning environment. Our emphasis is on supporting adults with complex needs to fulfill their potential by developing vocational and life skills. About the Role We are looking for caring and reliable Support Workers. Your role is to help people live their best lives by following their support plans and daily routines. What You’ll Do Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, eating) Encourage activities they enjoy (swimming, hiking, arts & crafts) Support life skills & independence (budgeting, shopping, meal preparation) What We’re Looking For For you to inspire others with a positive attitude towards supporting vulnerable people Experience with autistic people is helpful but not essential Personal experience or a passion for helping others is welcome This advert is for a full-time permanent positions at 39 hours per week. Your working pattern in this role will require flexibility to meet the needs of the people supported and their families and will include evening and weekend working. Possession of a driving licence (minimum one year) is preferred What we can offer you Pension – Auto-enrolled pension scheme. Annual Leave – 33 days (including public holidays). You can buy or sell leave each year. Training – Great induction and training, including autism training. Discounts – Online staff discount scheme for shopping, cycling, tech, and more (e.g., Asda, Tesco, Nike, Apple). Healthcare – Cash plan for permanent staff. Life Assurance – 2x your base salary. Flexible Benefits – Options like private health, dental insurance, holiday trading, enhanced pension. Support – 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme and counselling. Mindfulness – Free Headspace app for you and up to 3 family/friends. Blue Light Card – Eligibility for discounts. Extra Pay – Enhanced overtime, plus payments for sleep-in and on-call (if applicable to the role). Refer a Friend – Get £200 when you refer someone. About our application process When you write your supporting statement: Look at the job description and person specification. Tell us how your skills and experience match the role. Give examples if you can. We might close this job advert early if we get lots of suitable applications. For any queries regarding this advert, please contact: Kim Tappin, hiring manager, at To protect our autistic adults at the National Autistic Society, all staff are required to have a criminal background check. Possession of an Enhanced DBS Check either on the Update Service or conducted within the last 12 months would be preferable but not essential. Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from autistic people. We are an equal opportunities employer and part of the Disability Confident Employer scheme. Important Information Agencies need not apply. Please note the National Autistic Society are unable to provide sponsorship for Visas

Social Worker - Family Hub Team, Norfolk, £40. Join an inspiring team within the Family Hub Team in Norfolk as a Social Worker with a rewarding hourly rate of £40. Support children, young people, and families within the Family Hub Team, addressing their needs with compassion and expertise.

Offer professional guidance, support and reflective practice to Social Workers and Family Support Workers within the team. Our client, a Greater Manchester council is seeking a Children’s Social Worker to join their Duty Team. Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a differenc

Wakefield Council Children's services are seeking to recruit a family support worker to join a new pilot project they are launching. Information support with parenting techniques and meeting the daily needs of the children Social support in helping to build and maintain a family and friends&rsqu

We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee. Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker. Family Safeguarding Teams based across East Surrey covering the North East and North West of Surrey.

We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Thames Valley Care Team. Family Support Worker – Thames Valley. Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Thames Valley Care Team and working in partnership with health, educa

Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker. Family Safeguarding Teams based across East Surrey covering the Reigate and Weybridge areas and West Surrey covering the Woking and Guildford areas. The salary range for Senior Social Workers is.

Family Help Social Worker – West London Pertemps is recruiting an experienced Family Help Social Worker to join supportive and forward‑thinking Family Help Service in West London. You will: Hold a manageable caseload supporting children and families through early help and ta

Job Title: Family Support Worker Location: Reading Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing Opportunities Pay Rate: From £15. Job Title: Support Worker - Children & Young People Location: Buckinghamshire Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing Opportunities Pay Rate: From £15. Job Overview We are curr

Are you a Children's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!. Provide targeted family support, including planned interventions and crisis response. Our client, a Greater Manchester council is seeking a Children’s Social

The role of the Placement and Family Support Worker is to directly support, maintain and develop the network around the child, liaising, building relationships and communicating between multiple agencies and multi-disciplinary roles, these include, the local authority, social workers, family members

Umbrella) 🏢 Norfolk County Council Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity in a forward-thinking and highly rated Local Authority? Norfolk County Council, rated 'Good' with 'exceptional leadership', is seeking a skilled Senior So

Consultant Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team. Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families? We are searching for a creative and solution-oriented Consultant Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Team in the dynamic areas of Hertford, Stevena

Swift Education is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming, community-focused faith-based primary school in Colliers Wood to recruit a passionate and dedicated Family Support Worker for a mid-May to early June start.

Join Our Team as a Complex Care Support Worker!.

Experienced Children's Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Team. Join established Family Safeguarding Teams in Chorley, comprising domestic abuse officers, domestic abuse practitioners, child and family practitioners, and mental health practitioners. You must be registered with Social Work England

A dedicated social services organization is seeking a qualified Social Worker to support children and families in various locations including Wisbech, Ely, and Cambridge.

Wirral Council is looking for 4 Child & Family Workers to join the family help department within children’s services. As a Family Worker, your responsibilities will include managing a case load of families and coordinating support alongside social workers and other colleagues.

A social care recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker in Greater London. Applicants must have a Social Work qualification and 3+ years’ experience in Family Safeguarding or Child Protection.

The Elective Home Education (EHE) team in Blackpool seeks an experienced family support worker to work with families and individuals on the EHE register.

A local council in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Family Safeguarding Team.

Family Safeguarding Social Worker – £38 ph. West Berkshire is seeking an experienced and proactive Social Worker to join its Family Safeguarding Team.

A regional public service organization in Lancashire is looking for a Family Support Worker for their Family Intensive Support team.

A prominent social work agency in West Midlands is seeking an experienced Locum Family Safeguarding Social Worker.

A national children's service in Staffordshire is seeking a qualified Children's Social Worker for its Pathfinder Team. This role supports family court decisions and requires a valid Social Work England membership.

A reputable local authority in North Wiltshire seeks a Senior Social Worker for its Family Safeguarding Service.

Experienced Social Worker – Family Safeguarding. Our client is seeking highly experienced Social Workers to join its Family Safeguarding Service in Swindon. The service operates a “Pod” model, with five Social Workers and one Manager per pod, designed to enhance management oversight, peer supp

Family Safeguarding Social Worker. Are you seeking a Family Safeguarding role in a location that is easily commutable? Our client, a local council, is looking to fill a few positions with experienced Safeguarding Social Workers. In this role, you will support long-term family services, including chi

A local council in the UK is seeking an experienced Social Worker to oversee child protection plans within their Family Safeguarding Service.

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Social Worker to join their supportive team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families.

Family Support Worker/Designated Safeguarding Lead - Whitley Abbey Primary School.

Experienced Children's Social Worker. Lancashire County Council Children’s Services is a progressive and innovative workplace that embraces strengths‑based approaches and the Family Safeguarding model of practice. Our supportive management team is dedicated to ensuring you thrive in your role as

Between ages 19-25 relates only to Adults where the SEND Code of Practice is applicable Directly Responsible To: Family Help Consultant Social Worker Main Areas of Responsibility:. Build a flexible and responsive team around the family, bringing in additional professionals to support families with m

A leading social care provider is seeking a dedicated Social Worker/Senior Social Worker to join their team.

Your role: We are looking for a dedicated Child and Family Worker to join our Solutions service in Horsham. Develop and deliver child and family interventions to meet identified needs. Work flexibly across the community and family homes, with availability outside normal working hours, weekends and b

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with family support colleagues, Women's Aid, Turning Point, systemic family therapist, allocated social workers and other agencies. Job Title: Family Support Worker ECHO.

Caritas Recruitment is hiring for multiple Senior Assessing Social Worker positions in a Residential Family Centre located in South London. The role requires a qualified Social Worker with at least 4 years of post-qualifying experience. Candidates must have strong analytical and report writing skill

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Family Support Worker for a permanent role at Coalville Family Hub.

Be Their Voice – We are Cafcass – the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service – and we represent children in family court cases in England. At Cafcass, we’re recruiting Children’s Social Workers who share our passion, commitment and ambition to facilitate positive outcomes f

Family Help Workers act as key workers for families with a range of needs, undertaking assessments and delivering and coordinating interventions directly to children and their families. Family Help Workers also contribute to holistic family work for children subject to Child Protection and Child in