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We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker - Older People team within the Social Care industry in Central Bedfordshire. Responsibilities include: Carrying out assessment’s for Older Persons and their carers Obtaining multi-disciplinary assessment of need Care management Designing intensive care packages Carrying a caseload of service users Make recommendations for short-term care, intermittent care and permanent residential care where appropriate Self-directed support / personal budgets Experience preferred: Post qualifying experience of working in a Qualified Social Worker - Older People position within the UK Social Care industry. The Team: Well-structured organised team, growing their social worker staffing levels. Minimum Requirements: HCPC Registration 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: Your own personal consultant Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide DBS and Compliance Service Quick and Easy Registration Process Access to CPD Guaranteed weekly paymentTo discuss this Qualified Social Worker – Older People position, or any similar vacancies we have available in Central Bedfordshire, please contact Faye Rowe on (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) or email your updated CV today...

Job Category: Social Care ChildrenRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic Offices, PortsmouthWorking Hours: 37 The Building Your Futures Team is a child‑focused, aspirational service dedicated to supporting children and young people looked after across a range of settings—including foster care, family and connected carers, specialist placements, and those with a plan for reunification. We also work closely with children arriving in Portsmouth seeking safety and asylum, helping them settle, feel secure, and begin rebuilding their futures. Our practice is creative, ambitious, trauma‑informed and strengthened through strong multi‑agency work. The Role As a Social Worker within the Building Your Futures Team, you will: • Hold a varied caseload, including children we care for and children seeking safety & asylum., • Lead on care planning, direct work, and life story work., • Ensure permanence plans and contribute to Going Home (reunification) planning where appropriate., • Provide a high‑quality service responsive to the wishes and feelings of children and young people., • Work creatively and solution‑focusively, encouraging full participation of children in their care planning. You will also: • Carry out or contribute to Merton‑compliant age assessments., • Work confidently with immigration/asylum legislation and liaise with UKVI, NRPF teams, advocates and solicitors., • Provide trauma‑informed and culturally competent practice., • Recognise trafficking indicators and make referrals to the National Referral Mechanism when required. We are looking for someone who: • Holds a Diploma or Degree in Social Work and is registered with Social Work England (ASYE must be completed)., • Has sound knowledge of the Children Acts 1989/2004 and a willingness to develop specialist expertise., • Understands the challenges faced by children in care and demonstrates empathy and insight., • Communicates effectively with children, families, and multi‑agency professionals., • Shows strong analytical skills to assess needs and plan effectively., • Is resilient and able to manage competing demands in a dynamic environment., • Is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes and embedding restorative, anti‑oppressive practice., • Knowledge of the Immigration & Asylum Act 1999, • Insight into experiences of unaccompanied children, • Experience in age assessments (or willingness to train), • Understanding of trafficking indicators/NRM Hybrid Working The role requires three days per week in the designated office workplace. Informal Enquiries If you would like to discuss this role in more detail with the hiring manager, please contact - Vicky Laybourne - About Portsmouth City Council Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. ___. Our Recruitment process We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. If you apply without a detailed personal statement, it is unlikely that you will be successful. You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it We are a disability confident employer and have an Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however, for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria. More information can be found at ___ Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our career's portal homepage: ___ Safeguarding Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at Standard/Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please read the relevant DBS ___ before submitting any information. You will need to explain any gaps in your career history within the last 5 years - this is essential for all safeguarding roles. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the recruitment team on .

JOB-20241107-791d94d2 Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Specialist Intervention Team to work full time based in Luton. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £37,261 per annum. Main duties: • Complete professional assessments of need and risk in respect of service users. Taking the lead role and responsibility, you co-ordinate the multi-agency approach to prevent and address child protection issues and children in need., • Undertake statutory duties under the Children Act 1989 and other legislation and guidance relating to service users, risk assessment and investigations in relation to the protection of children with learning difficulties., • Plan professional intervention using the appropriate available resources ensuring needs are met through negotiation and consultation with professional colleagues and service users. Promote anti discriminatory practice and the empowerment of service users., • Keep appropriate case records, statistics and information. Provide case reports and witness statements for Court when required, accountable to the requirements of both internal/external agencies inline with Luton Borough Council Policies and Procedures., • Ensure that the needs of service users are regularly reviewed and changes in circumstances and newly identified need...

Social Worker - Duty & Assessment Team. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a tangible difference in the community while working full-time in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Flexible working arrangements promoting a strong.

Job Category: Social Care ChildrenRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic Offices, PortsmouthWorking Hours: 37 Social Worker & Experience Social Worker – Family Support & Safeguarding Teams We are pleased to offer exciting opportunities for qualified Social Workers to join our Children and Families Directorate, working within one of our Family Support & Safeguarding (FSS) Teams at Portsmouth City Council. About the Service Portsmouth City Council has been recognised by Ofsted as a “Good” Local Authority, with “Outstanding” ratings for our Family Safeguarding and Support Teams. As a Social Worker in our Family Support & Safeguarding Teams, you will support children in need, those requiring protection, and children in care. You may also work with families under the Public Law Outline (PLO) or within care proceedings. Throughout, you will be supported by experienced managers and colleagues. We are committed to your professional development. You will receive training in Restorative Practice and Motivational Interviewing during your first year, and benefit from our Stronger Futures Academy and a comprehensive CPD pathway aligned with Social Work England standards. The Role As a Social Worker, you will help children and families achieve their full potential by: • Delivering timely, high-quality assessments that lead to clear, targeted plans., • Providing a responsive, child-centred service that reflects the wishes and feelings of children., • Promoting service user participation and respecting diversity. The ideal candidate We are looking for skilled and motivated professionals who are eager to grow and champion best practice in social work. You will have: • A Diploma or Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England., • Completion of your ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment)., • A solid understanding of relevant legislation, including the Children Acts 1989 and 2004., • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, and professionals., • Resilience, integrity, and a commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for children., • A restorative and anti-oppressive approach to practice., • A collaborative mindset and a commitment to inclusive, people-focused work., • Proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and case management systems., • Expertise in managing complex cases and higher levels of risk., • Significant post-qualifying experience in relevant settings. Hybrid working arrangements : Attendance requirements to the designated workplace will be a minimum of 2 days required in the office to suit the requirements of this role. What our staff say: "I have learned excellent time management skills and how to prioritise my work so that I can meet firm deadlines along with the pressure this creates. I have developed my communication skills to enable me to establish and maintain good working relationships with parents to engage them in social work and support them to achieve the planned outcomes. Managing my own feelings and emotions around this intensive and often challenging work has been crucial in order for me to continue working at this high level. This role has been a huge learning curve and each day brings something new to learn. It is always interesting." (Julie, Main Grade Social Worker) “What I like about working in Portsmouth is that we are close to senior leadership; they know who we are and are in touch with our cases. Direct line managers are great as we get so much support.” (Chloe, Higher Grade Social Worker) Ofsted commentary: "Skilled, joined-up work, delivered through the local authority’s preferred model of practice and involving workers for adults and children, is improving the experiences and progress of children. Portsmouth’s leaders are ambitious for their workforce to be trained and effective practitioners. The chosen model of practice has become strongly embedded in the work with children and families and workers have been trained and supported in this approach. The multidisciplinary model has improved outcomes for children and reduced harm, and feedback from families to inspectors was overwhelmingly positive. Portsmouth is a centre for learning and practitioners benefit from a comprehensive workforce development offer. Social workers talk positively about working in Portsmouth and inspectors consistently heard about their loyalty and commitment to the service." Application process We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. As part of your application, we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person ' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience. We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it. Portsmouth City Council What we can offer you: Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act. Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: ___ Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment . DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures. Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact or call the Recruitment Team on .

Job Introduction This position does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under current UK immigration guidelines Do you have a caring nature? Are you looking to make a difference to people's lives? Do you want to work in an environment where no two days are the same? Are you flexible with your working hours? Can you see yourself providing care to adults who need your support? If you have answered a big YES to these questions we would love to hear from you. At Turning Point, we support people with Learning Disabilities across England. As a Support Worker, you will make a real difference to residents' lives as you improve their daily living skills. Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us. Where will I be working? Welcome to Parkview. We are a 24 hour Residential Care Home providing care for people with Learning Disabilities for over 10 years. We accommodate up to six people with profound Learning Disabilities. We tailor our services to enable people to be as independent as possible and to assist them to live healthy, active lives. Shift Patterns This is a 24 hour service, therefore flexibility is essential. You will be required to work a mix of day shifts and night shifts. Please note that you must be a driver to be considered for this role. Role Responsibility What will I be doing? This is a hands-on job in which no two days are the same. Your duties will include: • Promoting the independence of people we support, • Supporting a full range of daily activities including cleaning and cooking, days out or going away on holiday, • Arranging activities in the home and in the local community, • Developing residents' life skills and personal interests, • Helping residents stay safe and healthy, • Assisting with personal care needs, • Manual handling, • Supporting people with medication Whilst knowledge of learning disabilities and complex needs would be beneficial, it isn't essential. What is essential is that you are: • Passionate, caring and enthusiastic, • Flexible, patient and non-judgemental, • A great team player with lots of energy, • Able to demonstrate good communication skills We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 29days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 31days. Plus the option to buyadditional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits Turning Point Attached documents • Grade 2 - Support Worker.pdf Apply JBRP1_UKTJ

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Looked After Children Team to work full time based in Luton. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £41,799 per annum.

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This role involves coordinating referrals, supporting care planning, and promoting independence among adults with care needs. A local council in the UK is seeking a newly qualified Social Worker to join their Adult Social Care Division. The ideal candidate will have a Social Work qualification and a

We welcome applications from any experienced Social Work candidate with experience as a Newly Qualified, Social Worker, Practitioner, Assistant Team Manager, Team Manager, Head of Service or Director. Regretfully we are only able to respond to experienced Social Work applicants who meet these requir

Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Team (Part-time). Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Family Safeguarding to work full time based in Luton. Complete clear, accurate and holistic professional a

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A healthcare provider is looking for a qualified Social Worker to support adults experiencing mental ill-health in the Bedfordshire and Luton areas.

School Support Worker - SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School Location: Luton Pay: £460 - £500 per week Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Join a welcoming and supportive SEN specialist school in Luton Academics are currently recruiting for a dedicated School Support Worker/SEN Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic specialist school in Luton. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs, including SEMH, Autism, and ADHD, within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable learners and making a real difference in their education and wellbeing. It is also an excellent opportunity for Psychology graduates or those considering careers in education and training, clinical psychology, counselling, social work, or youth justice. The Role - SEN Teaching Assistant - School Support Worker As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students both 1:1 and within the classroom, helping them to engage with learning and develop essential social and emotional skills. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting students with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD Providing 1:1 support and small group assistance Assisting teachers with individual learning and behaviour support plans Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation Creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment Helping students build confidence and independence What the School Offers - School Support Worker Term-time working hours - no evenings, weekends, or holiday work Full induction and ongoing training Opportunities for career development within a growing trust A supportive and collaborative staff team Access to wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Programme The Ideal School Support Worker/SEN Teaching A genuine interest in Special Educational Needs and mental health Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs (preferred but not essential) Compassionate, patient, and proactive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Based in Luton or able to commute Education and Training Opportunity This role provides valuable hands-on experience within the education and training sector, making it a fantastic stepping stone for those looking to pursue long-term careers working with children with additional needs. Interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Luton? Apply today to find out more

Children's Residential Support Worker Location: Houghton Regis Salary: GBP14.50 - 16.00 ph About the Role We are looking for a compassionate, resilient, and dedicated Children's Residential Support Worker to join our team. You'll be supporting children and young people aged 8-18 who have experienced trauma, adversity, or disruption in their lives. Your role is to help them feel safe, valued, and empowered to build brighter futures. As part of a supportive and experienced team, you will provide high-quality care, emotional support, and guidance in a warm, family-style environment. What You'll Be Doing · Building positive, trusting relationships with children and young people · Providing day-to-day care, including emotional support, routines, and activities · Supporting children with education, life skills, and personal development · Managing challenging behaviours using a trauma-informed, child-centred approach · Acting as a role model-promoting independence, well-being, and positive choices · Contributing to a safe, nurturing, and stable home environment About You · Minimum of 1 years experience working in the health and social care sector in the UK. · Previous experience working with children and young people. · Caring, patient, and emotionally resilient · Passionate about improving young peoples lives · Able to remain calm under pressure · A strong communicator and team player Apply now and start your journey with us today

Loyalty Bonus | Home/Hybrid Working | Supportive Team You'll get extra benefits like a loyalty bonus and the choice to work from home or in a hybrid model. Our flexible schedule means you only have to come to the office two days a week on rotation, which suits both managers and employees. If you need time off, the management team is there to help you manage your workload. The whole team is supportive and dedicated to helping you grow professionally. With their experience, they'll provide guidance and resources to ensure you keep advancing in your role. You will also be awarded with Leaders In Care's Exclusive Loyalty Bonus, as we like to give back to the people on the front line. We want social workers to feel appreciated for all the hard work they put in. You will be assisting with statutory Care Act Assessments for Older People and clients with Physical Disabilities. The goal is to meet the 28-day performance targets and reduce waiting times for new referrals. The position also entails managing complex long-term cases, including issues like hoarding, non-engagers, DoLS challenges, and court cases related to welfare disputes. Responsibilities will include conducting six-week reviews, performing Mental Capacity Assessments, completing Continuing Healthcare assessments, and advancing Safeguarding cases exclusively assigned to Social Workers within the team. To be considered for this position, it is essential to hold a social work qualification and maintain relevant registration. If you believe this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, kindly submit your CV and availability to (url removed). We are excited to hear from you! Alternatively, if you know of someone who would be a great fit for this role, please inform us! We offer a generous £500 reward for successful referrals

Deputy Team Manager required in Luton Borough Council's children and families team! About the Role To lead and manage an experienced team of ASYE's, Social Workers and Senior Practitioners, aimed at supporting the best possible outcomes for children and young people. Enable children and young people to remain safely within their home and /or community environment, wherever possible, including appropriate provisions identified by the Local Authority, and ensure they achieve good outcomes through effective social work intervention. Where this is not possible to ensure that the children and young people are safeguarded via statutory routes including Care Proceedings and alternative permanent care. Ensure the team provides effective services, employing best professional practice and standards, which have measurable benefit for service users. Requirements as a Social Worker include: SWE Registration Eligible to work in the UK Drive and have access to a car Post-qualified experience Degree level or equivalent in Social WorkBenefits of working for Connect2SocialWork: Free DBS and compliance service Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council Prompt and reliable payroll system "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £300 for each social worker you refer who we successfully placeInterested? Contact me today for more information! (url removed) / (phone number removed) Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

About The Company Underpinning our philosophy is our belief that all young people are capable of change, to engage and achieve, leading to them making more positive choices about their lives and their futures. Our aim is to empower each child with the skills to manage risk, help with building self-esteem, build competence and work towards stabilisation after they leave our service. The trauma-informed approach involves the ‘whole team’ relationship-based approach to support the young person to achieve improved emotional stability, and behavioural control, through the provision of a safe environment in which to explore, understand and develop improved resilience. About The Role As a Support Worker, you will be at the forefront of providing high-quality, enabling care. Every day brings new challenges and rewards, making this a truly fulfilling role. You'll be key in helping us achieve our goal of being the best in the field. What will I do as a Support Worker? To complete in-depth induction training and all mandatory training, including safeguarding modules and induction framework To follow Salutem policies and procedures, including those concerning the health and safety of yourself and others Provide support to individual young people with complex health, physical and learning needs within the children’s home To attend to the day-to-day needs of the young people and support them to access and participate in a variety of activities, including in the evenings and weekends To provide high-quality personal care and promote opportunities for independence To encourage our young people to socialise and be included and help them reach their own personal outcomes To understand the young person’s communication needs To produce a safe and stimulating environment for young people To promote the health and well-being of the young people To attend and actively participate in handover meetings, and key worker meetings and liaise with colleagues and management To complete key worker activities and responsibilities with individual key young people in the children’s home, including those on short breaks Work alongside external agencies and professionals i.e. social workers, families and health care professionals To keep accurate records and report on the young people you work with, providing effective communication between the home and school and with outside agencies involved with the young people in a professional context To maintain effective contact with parents and guardians of our young people, ensuring appropriate information is passed on efficiently To be reliable and flexible, using your initiative when making decisions To attend all relevant training provided by the organisation for you to provide safe practice To maintain a high standard of tidiness within the home To undertake sleeping in duties To report to management, and to perform as requested by a senior member of staff, including additional duties commensurate with the post To be proactive in assessing and reporting riskAbout You: - Compassionate and empathetic - Strong communication skills - Detail-oriented and organized - Proactive and innovative thinker - Committed to promoting diversity and inclusion - Team player with a collaborative spirit Apply Now! Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! At Salutem Care and Education, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we’re looking for—sometimes more so than your current experience. If you’re excited about the opportunity to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you! Our Core Values: ➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential. ➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes. ➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. ➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. ➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. ➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. ➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities. Why Choose Us? ✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support. ✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support. ✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance. ✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities. Still not convinced? We have been recognised as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom. We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace Uk & Ireland We are a Disability confident committed company. We have a high percentage of Good or Outstanding homes and all our children’s home are rated Good or Outstanding. Has or is willing to work towards the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) (“the Level 3 Diploma”); or a qualification which the registered person considers to be equivalent to the Level 3 Diploma Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks

Behaviour Support Worker Location: Luton, Bedfordshire (LU1 / LU2 / LU3) Hours: Full-time (Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 15:30) Environment: SEN Specialist Provision (KS3 & KS4) The Role: Impactful & Rewarding Are you a resilient, positive, and dedicated individual ready to support vulnerable young people? Teaching Personnel is looking for a confident Behaviour Support Worker to join a specialist provision in Luton. This is more than just a classroom role; you will be a mentor and a guide for students aged 11–16 (Key Stage 3 and 4), helping them navigate social, emotional, and academic challenges. Your goal is to foster a safe environment where students can re-integrate into mainstream education or prepare for life beyond school. Your Responsibilities Empower Learning: Work 1:1 or in small groups to drive positive academic and emotional outcomes. Plan & Collaborate: Assist teaching staff in preparing inclusive activities and developing tailored support plans. Behaviour Mentoring: Use positive reinforcement and de-escalation strategies (such as Team Teach) to manage complex behaviours effectively. Track Progress: Monitor and record student achievements, ensuring every "small win" is celebrated. Community Liaison: Act as a bridge between the school, parents, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for every pupil. Requirements Experience: Proven background working with children or young people with SEND or behavioural challenges. Qualifications: Ideally Team Teach trained (or a willingness to undergo training). Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Compliance: * Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply). Right to work in the UK and minimum 3 months UK residency. Overseas criminal clearance where applicable. Why Join Teaching Personnel? Join the UK’s leading education recruitment agency and gain access to competitive daily rates in Bedfordshire, a dedicated local consultant, and ongoing professional development to kickstart your career in SEN or Educational Psychology. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Flexible working | Loyalty Bonus | Negotiable Rates You will have the chance to work from home 2 days per week, some flexibility with hours can also be looked at. The council understand Social Work can be demanding, and they want to give you every chance to keep up with any childcare/personal commitments you may have and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Leaders in care also offer an exclusive loyalty bonus with your hourly rate, meaning you always will be properly remunerated for the level of hard work we know you will always be putting in working as a Social Worker. As expected, you will provide specialist advice and assessment to elderly service users with existing or developing mental health issues. Your primary role will involve assessing the needs of older adults, developing individualized care plans, and providing support to older adults and their families Think this could be the role for you? Get in touch via the details below: (url removed) (phone number removed) Alternatively, if you know of anyone who may be interested, let me know as we offer £500 per successful referral

There are 6 teams within DAAT, each team consists of a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, who holds complex cases and supports 5 or 6 Social Workers / Senior Social Workers and a Newly Qualified Social Worker within their team. As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision

You are a qualified social worker who has completed their ASYE and have a dynamic approach to tackling challenges. We are on the lookout for a highly skilled Social Worker to join our dynamic Safeguarding Team right here in vibrant Northamptonshire UK. Take charge of a diverse and complex caseload,

Social Worker - Portsmouth, PO1 2EP, United KingdomJob Category: Social Care AdultsRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: QA Hospital, Rehab Unit, Assessment unit, Civic OfficesWorking Hours: 37Social Workers - Adults Intermediate Care TeamWe are recruiting to a number of Social Worker vacancies to w

Role: Supervising Social Worker Basic Salary: £28,938.

Family Safeguarding Social Worker | South West England | £100 Weekly Expenses | Flexible Office Days Are you an experienced Family Safeguarding Social Worker looking for a supportive, well-structured team where work-life balance and quality practice truly come first? Leaders in Care are working wit

You will benefit from:A Structured and Supportive ASYE PathwayA comprehensive two‑week induction to the organisation and your teamA dedicated workplace assessor (a team leader) who knows your day‑to‑day practiceA gradual, protected caseload with a monitored 10% reductionFormal progress reviews

Locum Children & Families Social WorkerLocation:Peebles(1 vacancy) & Galasheils (1 vacancy)Rate: £25£40 per hourContract: Locum / OngoingStart Date: ASAPWe are currently recruiting two experienced Locum Children & Families Social Workers to join supportive and well-established teams in Scottish Bo

Leaders in Care are supporting with a highly rated council in the Bristol area, currently seeking an experienced Childrens Social Wor.

Locum Children & Families Social Worker CHADLocation: Galashiels, Scottish BordersRate: £25£40 per hourContract: Ongoing LocumStart Date: ASAPWe are recruiting an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a Children & Families (CHAD) Team within Scottish Borders.

Full & Part Time | Condensed hours Available | Supportive Management | Huge amount of flexibility Have you gone into Spring not happy with your locum role? If so, we have an opportunity to join a stable authority for an Assessments social worker to join a close knit team for an exclusive rate of up

Location:West LothianRate:£25£40 per hourContract:Locum / OngoingStart Date:ASAPAbout the Role:21 Health and Social Care (21HSC) are a leading health and social care recruitment agency currently recruiting for experienced and motivated Children & Families Social Worker to join a Practice Team on a

A local authority in the north of Scotland are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their upbeat service in their Children & Families team. Benefits of the role:Exclusive rates: £46 per hourAccommodation supportHybrid modelTeam socialsYou will be joining a social b. Accommodation suppor

Senior Supervising Social Worker - 12-month Fixed-Term ContractSalary: Up to £39,142.

Assessment Social Worker | Supportive Senior Management | Manageable Caseload | Easily commutable in the South West We're currently working closely alongside a highly regarded local authority in the rural South West of England, for an experience Senior SW / AP to join their Duty & Assessment sevice

Supervising Social Worker - Orange GroveContract type: Full-TimeSalary: Up to £39,000 (dependent on experience) Contract term: 12 Month Fixed Term Maternity CoverHours: 37 hours per week Office Location: NorthwestStart Date: March 2026Benefits: £3,000 Car Allowance, 30 days Annual Leave (rising to

Outstanding Ofsted | Flexible Working | L&D Programme | Career Progression | Opportunity to get into Fostering Are you looking to join a Fostering service where you feel valued, and career progression is very much encouraged? Leaders in Care are working with an Ofsted Outstanding rated Independent

Part Time Supervising Social WorkerBase Location: CoventryHours: 28 hours per week (4 days)Salary: Up to £34,507 FTE £43,134.

Regular reflective supervision | Outstanding Ofsted Seeking new opportunities in the South East? We're currently looking for an experienced children's social worker to become part of a well-established Children in Care service in the South East.

Social Worker (Family Safeguarding Teams)Are you a dedicated and passionate Social Worker looking to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Social Worker to join our Children and Family Services team, working in the Assessment and Safeguardi

Beautiful county | 12 Month Contract| Supportive Management | Flexibility Leaders In Care are currently working with an established authority in the South West of Wales in abeautiful County with a manageable caseload where they are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people i

Foster Care Associates (FCA)Senior / Supervising Social WorkerSalary: Up to £36,131.

Career Progression | Longstanding Supportive Management | Hybrid Working | Manageable Caseload At Leaders in Care, we are currently working with an Ofsted rated Good council on the South Coast oif England,for an experienced childrens social worker to join their well established Children's Family Sa

There are 6 teams within DAAT, each team consists of a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, who holds complex cases and supports 5 or 6 Social Workers / Senior Social Workers and a Newly Qualified Social Worker within their team. As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Supervising Social Worker (Fostering). An established and values-driven fostering organisation is seeking an experienced Supervising Social Worker to join their North West team on a fixed-term basis.

Sanctuary Personnel, an award-winning recruitment agency specialising in social work jobs, children’s safeguarding roles, and children’s services careers, is currently recruiting experienced Senior Social Workers and Social Work Team Managers to join busy Children’s Assessment and Locality Saf

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration. Principal Social Worker – Family Help Team. Cornwall Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Principal Social Worker to join their Family Help Team based in Redruth.