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Central Bedfordshire Council, who are currently seeking an experienced Team Manager to join their Family Help Service. This is a fantastic leadership role within a service that truly puts children and young people at the heart of everything they do. About the Role: As a Team Manager, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners delivering: Targeted Early Help Child in Need Child Protection servicesYou will play a key role in safeguarding decision-making, service development, and ensuring high-quality practice across the team. Key Responsibilities: Managing and supporting a multi-disciplinary team Making day-to-day safeguarding decisions Overseeing assessment, care planning, and interventions Monitoring performance and ensuring consistent practice standards Handling complaints and complex challenges with professionalism Working closely with Service Managers and senior leadershipWhat We're Looking For: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Strong post-qualification experience in Child Protection Proven leadership and management experience Confident decision-maker in safeguarding matters Experience working in multi-disciplinary and statutory settings Excellent communication and problem-solving skillsWorking Arrangements: Hybrid working model Office attendance at least twice weekly (plus service needs) Encouragement of regular in-person team collaborationYou'll be joining a supportive and forward-thinking management team that is passionate about making a real difference and supporting professional development. If this role sounds of interest, please get in touch to discuss further or send across your CV. Adarsh Parihar (phone number removed) Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include: DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us Bonus for finding your own job Twice weekly payroll Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond. Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). 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

Title: Social Worker - Family First Division: Children's Services Grade: L7 - M1 PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To work within a multi-disciplinary Family Help Team delivering early help and child in need services. The team includes social workers, family help practitioners, psychologists, police community support officers, CAMHS workers, adult mental health nurses, health visitors, youth workers, housing officers and voluntary sector partners. You will assess children and families, analyse risk and need, and develop effective care plans. The role involves working closely with children, young people and families, completing statutory visits, parenting assessments and coordinating multi-agency support to safeguard and promote welfare. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Assessment & Safeguarding Complete high-quality, holistic assessments using the Department for Education guidance and Luton's Effective Support document. Lead multi-agency planning to address child protection concerns and children in need., 2. Statutory Duties Undertake duties under the Children Act 1989 including care proceedings, adoption/permanency planning, risk assessments and investigations. Obtain and implement Court Orders and represent the Council in court., 3. Planning & Intervention Create SMART plans aligned with the Practice Framework. Ensure needs are met through negotiation and collaboration. Promote anti-discriminatory practice and empower families., 4. Direct Work Build positive relationships with children and families. Ensure children's voices, wishes and feelings are heard and influence planning., 5. Recording & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely case records on Liquid Logic in line with GDPR and council standards., 6. Court & Reporting Prepare court reports and witness statements. Work in line with Luton Borough Council policies and procedures., 7. CPD & Development Engage in supervision, training and professional development through the Social Work Academy and Research in Practice. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Hybrid working (community, office and home-based). Regular home visits (often lone working, risk assessed). Exposure to emotional strain and occasional challenging behaviour. Attendance at meetings across multiple locations. CONTEXT Luton 2040 is a vision for a healthy, fair and sustainable town where no one lives in poverty and children can thrive. This role forms part of the Families First for Children Pathfinder Programme (Apply online only)), investing over £45 million into reforming: Family Help Child Protection Family Network Support Packages Safeguarding Partnerships The new system includes: * Multi-disciplinary Family Help services * Specialist child protection response * Greater use of family networks and family group decision making * Strengthened multi-agency leadership CAREER DEVELOPMENT Clear progression pathway from Newly Qualified Social Worker to Senior Practitioner, Deputy Team Manager and Team Manager. Ongoing mentoring and structured career development support. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Substantial post-qualifying social work experience Experience working with children and families Registered with Social Work England Strong knowledge of Children Act 1989 and safeguarding legislation Ability to assess risk and need in complex cases Experience of court work Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage high-risk cases with minimal supervision Ability to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality records Understanding of equality and anti-discriminatory practice Ability to undertake home visits across the borough Willingness to occasionally work outside core hours Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

Senior Social Worker - Adoption Team. Thurrock Council is looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Adoption Team. Qualified Social Worker with 3+ years PQE.

Must have previous experience as a Social Worker in a similar team. Social Work Partners were established to make a positive difference across the Social Care and Work recruitment market, guided by our principals – Care, Communication and Community. Access to the widest variety of social work jobs

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A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join the Adoption Team in Greater London. Candidates must be qualified Social Workers with a background in adoption and excellent communication skills.

A leading social work service provider is seeking a Senior Social Worker for the Child Protection Team in Knowsley. Successful candidates will have a degree in Social Work and post-qualified experience.

A social work recruitment agency is seeking an Experienced Social Worker for the Assessment and Intervention Team in Torbay.

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Child Protection and Child in Need teams across Suffolk.

About the job Childrens Senior Social Worker/Specialist Social Worker. To take responsibility and be accountable for all work undertaken as directed by the Screening Referral Manager/Consultant Social Worker. Upon successful completion of the ASYE, Social Workers will automatically move to P02.

A regional social services agency is seeking a Senior Practitioner – Kinship Assessment to support the Team Manager in providing high-quality social work practice for vulnerable children and families. This position requires substantial experience in child and family social work, demonstrating stro

Merton Council is seeking a Senior Practitioner Mental Health Social Worker to play a vital role in helping individuals maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. The ideal candidate will have experience in social work, strong interpersonal skills, and hold an Approved Mental Hea

A local government council in Greater London is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join its Families First Contact Point team. Candidates should have a degree in Social Work, significant experience, and a commitment to professional development.

A social care recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join its Social Care Team in Mid Suffolk. The position requires proven experience in social work practice, strong assessment skills, and a valid Social Work England Registration.

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We are looking for Children's Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Care Team. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' post qualification experience in permanent contracts is essential for this role.

Role: Senior/Supervising Social Worker. Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Professi

A healthcare provider in Warrington is seeking a Lead Social Worker to manage a caseload of service users facing mental health challenges. Candidates should have a valid Social Work qualification and experience in a similar environment.

The role requires qualified social workers with at least 3 years of post-qualified experience. A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking a Team Leader Recruitment Consultant specializing in Social Care & Executive Appointments.

A community support agency in Essex is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their small team providing long-term family support services. Candidates must hold a Social Work qualification and be fully registered with Social Work England.

An integrated health services provider is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join its Integrated Mental Health Team. The role requires a qualified social worker with at least 3 years of post-qualified experience.

Senior Social Worker Support and Safeguarding. Senior Social Worker Support and Safeguarding. Are you ready to make a difference to the lives of children, young people, and families? Look no further! Liquid Personnel are seeking dedicated Senior Social Workers to join a Support and Safeguarding team

Surrey County Council is hiring Senior Social Workers for its Family Safeguarding Teams in East and West Surrey. Candidates must have a qualified Social Work degree, SWE Registration, and relevant UK experience.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils is seeking a Senior Social Worker to lead the Richmond Response & Rehabilitation Team in South-West London. You will oversee quality care delivery, work closely with health partners, and implement effective social work practices.

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Child Protection & Court Team in Brent.

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A local authority in Greater London is seeking a passionate Senior Social Worker for its Adult Community Mental Health and Wellness Teams.

If you are an experienced Advanced Social Worker looking for stability, this Advanced Social Worker role offers consistent work within a well‑established safeguarding team and a manageable caseload of around 10–15. Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. You will j

We are looking for Senior Practitioner Mental Health Social Workers who are Approved Mental Health Professionals (AMHPs), or ready to progress to this next step in their mental health career. Access to a range of resources, platforms and programmes including Care Knowledge, the Adult Social Care Dev

Suffolk Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Social Care Team in Stowmarket. Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England Registration. If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to h

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking a qualified social worker to work within a combined Older People and Adults Social Care mental health service.

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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 Social Worker to join their innovative Family Help Team based

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Refer a Friend" bonus – get £300 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place. To provide a high quality and effective social work service to respond to the needs of children and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. Degree level or equivalent in Social

A leading social services provider based in Greater London is seeking a qualified Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding Team. The ideal candidate must hold Social Work England registration and have post-qualified experience, with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children and

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Senior Social Worker - MASH (permanent). Documents Senior Social Worker Job Description & Person Spec April 2021. Are you passionate about promoting and safeguarding the wellbeing and interest of the child? Then we have a Senior Social Worker role available for you in the MASH team in our Referral &

All social workers are expected to maintain their continuing professional development and keep their registration with the Health and Care Professionals Council up to date. To work as part of a combined, Older People and Adults Social Care mental health service. Responding to request for Social Care

Polaris Community is seeking a highly motivated Senior/Supervising Social Worker to join their team in the West Midlands.

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