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JOB-20240819-db742659Senior Social Worker – Looked After Children Location: Surrey, UK Salary: £39.04 per hour Contract: Minimum 6 months, Full Time/Part Time Office Requirement: Kingston office, 3 days per weekAn exciting locum opportunity has arisen for a Senior Social Worker to join the Looked After Children team in Surrey. This role is ideal for professionals with a minimum of three years’ post-qualifying experience in a local authority setting. If you qualified after September 2012, completion of the ASYE is required. Make a tangible difference in the lives of children in care while enjoying a dynamic and supportive work environment.<h3>Perks and benefits</h3>
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Full Time/Part Time: Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle and work-life balance.</li><li>
Competitive Pay: Earn £39.04 per hour, reflecting your expertise and dedication.</li><li>
Diverse Experience: Gain exposure to a wide range of cases, enhancing your CV and professional network.</li><li>
Professional Growth: Benefit from continuous learning, mentoring opportunities, and career advancement.</li><li>
Scenic Surrey: Enjoy working in a picturesque location with excellent quality of life.</li></ul>
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Conduct assessments and develop care plans to meet the needs of looked after children.</li><li>
Act as a key worker, providing consistent support to children and their families.</li><li>
Coordinate with multi-agency teams, including healthcare and education professionals, to deliver holistic care.</li><li>
Advocate for children’s needs in meetings and reviews, ensuring their voices are heard.</li><li>
Maintain accurate and timely records and reports to support departmental objectives.</li><li>
Mentor and guide junior staff, promoting best practices and high-quality social work.</li></ul>
<h3>Living and working in Surrey</h3>
Surrey offers a blend of countryside charm and urban convenience. With beautiful landscapes, excellent schools, and a welcoming community, it provides an ideal environment for both professional development and personal wellbeing.<h3>Working with Sanctuary Personnel</h3>
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and numerous industry awards, we are committed to securing competitive rates and roles that match your skills and experience.

Sanctuary Personnel

Senior Social Worker - Looked After Children

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Job Title: Social Worker - Ageing Well Team 
 Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex, UK 
 Salary: £37,938 - £43,693 per annum 
 Type: Full-Time 
 Duration: Ongoing

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Social Worker to join our vibrant Ageing Well Team in Southend-on-Sea. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking team dedicated to improving the lives of older adults in the community. You will enjoy a competitive salary, continuous professional development, and the chance to contribute to transformative social care initiatives.

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Full-Time Role: Stability and a rewarding career path within a dedicated team.
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Wellbeing Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support.
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Provide professional casework and support to a caseload of older adults, ensuring their needs are met.
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Conduct thorough assessments, develop personalised Pathway Plans, and complete Risk Assessments.
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Work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams, liaising with agencies, organisations, and families to deliver positive outcomes.
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Maintain accurate records and case reports in line with statutory requirements and organisational policies.
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Attend and contribute professionally to meetings, conferences, and court hearings as required.
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Promote diversity and implement Equal Opportunities practices within the team and wider organisation.
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Recognised Social Work qualification and HCPC registration.
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Evidence of continuing professional development, including Post Qualification Award (PQA) or equivalent.
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Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams, particularly with older adults.
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Social Worker - Ageing Well Team

JOB-20240819-db742659Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Children in Care Team Location: Coventry, UK Salary: £33.30 Hourly Term: Full Time, 3 Months Are you ready for an exciting opportunity? Coventry is on the lookout for a skilled Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic Children in Care Team. This locum position offers a competitive hourly rate of £33.30 and is perfect for those seeking a full-time role over the next three months. Step into this vital position where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Perks and benefits: <ul>
<li>Locum job flexibility: Embrace the freedom of locum work with flexible hours that fit around your lifestyle. This role allows you to balance professional commitments with personal priorities effortlessly.</li><li>Competitive pay: With a generous hourly rate, you are valued for your expertise and efforts.</li><li>Professional growth: Enhance your social work skills in a supportive environment, with opportunities for training and career development.</li><li>Networking opportunities: Build connections with like-minded professionals across different departments and services.</li></ul>
 What you will do: <ul>
<li>Assess the needs of children in care and develop comprehensive care plans to support their well-being.</li><li>Work collaboratively with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure that the best outcomes are achieved for the children.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to junior team members, sharing your expertise and knowledge.</li><li>Conduct regular visits and reviews to monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed.</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely records of all interactions and assessments.</li><li>Prepare and present reports for court proceedings and multi-agency meetings.</li><li>Advocate for the rights and needs of children in care, ensuring their voices are heard and prioritised.</li></ul>
 Enjoy the vibrant community and rich history of Coventry, where you get a taste of modern city life mixed with medieval charm. With excellent transport links and a wealth of cultural and leisure activities, Coventry is a fantastic place to further your career and find your next adventure. Join us and make an impact! Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Senior Social Worker - Children in Care  Team

JOB-20240819-db742659Join our dynamic team as a Senior Social Worker within the Front Door MASH/Assessment team in Worcestershire, earning £33.30 per hour on a full-time ongoing contract. Whether you are looking to make a meaningful impact or want to take your career to new heights, this unique opportunity offers both. Embrace the vibrant and versatile role of a locum social worker and enjoy the flexibility and variety this role provides.Perks and benefits: When you join us, you'll discover great benefits like a competitive hourly rate and the flexible working arrangements that are often only available in locum roles. You can choose assignments that work around your life. Plus, enjoy exclusive access to ongoing professional development opportunities to grow your skills. We offer travel expense coverage, making it easier—and more affordable—to explore Worcestershire and beyond. Be part of a supportive team where your contributions make a true difference.What you will do: - Conduct thorough assessments of individuals and families to ensure they receive the most appropriate support and services. - Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team, including health professionals, educators, and law enforcement, to provide comprehensive care. - Manage and prioritise your own caseload effectively, ensuring timely intervention and support are provided. - Engage in duty work as required, addressing concerns quickly to safeguard vulnerable children and adults. - Maintain accurate records and prepare detailed reports for internal and external use. - Participate actively in training and development activities to stay updated with best social work practices.Requirements: You must be registered with Social Work England and hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work. UK-qualified experience working as a Social Worker is essential to hit the ground running in this fast-paced environment.Living and working in Worcestershire presents the perfect blend of lush countryside and vibrant towns. With excellent transport links, Worcestershire offers a blend of tranquil living with bustling urban activities only a stone’s throw away. Enjoy the picturesque Malvern Hills, historic sites in Worcester city, and a thriving cultural scene, making it an ideal place to live and work.Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience

Senior Social Worker - Front Door MASH/Assessment

JOB-20240819-db742659Join the team as a Senior Social Worker within the MASH in Coventry, an exciting ongoing opportunity for a professional looking to make a real difference in the world of social work. This role offers a competitive hourly salary of £33.30. Both full-time and part-time options are available, providing flexibility alongside a fulfilling career. Taking a locum position like this provides a unique opportunity to gain diverse experiences in different work settings, adding invaluable skills and perspectives to your professional portfolio. Additionally, you can enjoy the freedom to tailor your work-life balance to suit your personal needs or commitments. Perks and benefits:- Hourly Salary: Earn £33.30 per hour, ensuring you are compensated fairly for every hour you dedicate to improving children's lives. - Flexibility: Choose between full-time or part-time work to fit your lifestyle, allowing more control over your schedule. - Professional Growth: Experience a variety of cases and challenges, broadening your expertise and boosting your career. - Networking Opportunities: Work within Coventry's dynamic social work environment, providing chances to connect with a wide array of professionals. - Personal Fulfillment: Make a tangible, positive impact on the community, knowing that your work contributes to the well-being of children and families. What you will do:- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's needs within a multi-agency safeguarding hub. - Work collaboratively with other agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of children. - Develop risk management plans and provide outstanding case management. - Offer expert guidance and support in complex child protection cases. - Engage effectively with children and their families to gain positive outcomes. Coventry is not just a great place to work, it's also a fantastic place to live! It offers a rich historical heritage, vibrant city life, and beautiful green spaces, catering to a diverse array of interests and activities. Embrace the opportunity of living and working in a city that perfectly balances work, leisure, and culture. Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Senior Social Worker - Children's MASH Team

JOB-20240819-db742659Senior Social Worker – Children's Safeguarding Team – Hammersmith Are you searching for a dynamic new challenge? This ongoing opportunity could be perfect for you! We are looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children's Safeguarding Team in the vibrant area of Hammersmith, UK. With a competitive hourly rate of £38.50, you will be able to enjoy the flexibility that locum work offers. Full-time and part-time options are available to suit your lifestyle. As a key player in our team, you will have the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families. Enjoy the freedom and variety that locum work provides while making a real difference. Perks and benefits:- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility of weekly pay, ensuring a more immediate return for your hard work. - Work-Life Balance: With the option to choose full-time or part-time work, achieve perfect balance and harmony between your professional and personal life. - Diverse Experience: Locum work offers a unique platform to gain diverse experiences and develop new skills within different settings. - Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines, expanding your professional network and fostering valuable partnerships. What you will do:- Provide a service in line with statutory requirements and departmental priorities. - Participate in comprehensive training sessions, enhancing your career development while benefiting the service. - Engage in regular supervision and team meetings to maintain a cohesive and supportive environment. - Join the emergency duty rota and contribute to written recording and new technology applications where needed. - Respond to enquiries from the public and other agencies, ensuring prompt and effective service delivery. - Liaise with external agencies like the police and health services, as well as colleagues across divisions and council departments. - Take responsibility for individual client case planning, upholding professional standards. - Implement equal opportunities in both professional practice and service delivery. - Make informed decisions within the departmental priority framework, consulting management as necessary. - Undertake service development tasks and stay informed about departmental policies and procedures. Specialist Child Care Duties:- Provide a preventative and rehabilitative service according to the Children's Act, facilitating resources for family support. - Assess situations where children require protection or accommodation, mindful of equal opportunities. - Plan effectively with carers as partners in decisions concerning children's welfare. - Ensure children remain with their families unless legally untenable, planning a permanent future when necessary. - Provide emergency assessments where children are at risk, liaising with other department sections and agencies. Child Care Senior Social Worker Duties:- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and manage complex caseloads involving multi-disciplinary work, including court and protection cases. - Assist absent colleagues as needed and chair meetings under the direction of management. - Supervise students and facilitate their practice teaching, while also supporting new staff inductions. - Represent the department in multi-agency forums and training, contributing to service excellence. - Oversee the supervision of Family Support Workers and manage the duty rota effectively. This opportunity is based in Hammersmith, a wonderfully diverse and lively area of London known for its rich culture and excellent transport links. Discover the perfect environment to balance a fulfilling career in social work with an exciting lifestyle in the heart of London. Join our dedicated team today and make a difference where it truly matters! Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Senior Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

<h3>Senior Social Worker - Assessment &amp; Child Protection Team</h3>

Location: Hammersmith, UK 
 Specialism: Children's Social Work - Assessment &amp; Child Protection 
 Salary: £38.50 per hour 
 Salary Type: Hourly 
 Contract: Ongoing 
 Hours: Part Time or Full Time

Join the Assessment &amp; Child Protection Team in the heart of Hammersmith as a Senior Social Worker, where you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children and families. This ongoing role offers competitive hourly pay of £38.50, with the flexibility to work part time or full time-ideal for professionals seeking both meaningful work and work-life balance in a vibrant London borough.


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Varied Caseload: Benefit from diverse, stimulating work that builds your expertise across multiple areas of practice.
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Deliver services in accordance with statutory duties, safeguarding frameworks, and departmental priorities.
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Participate actively in team meetings, supervision sessions, and training programmes.
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Communicate effectively with the public and other agencies through direct contact, phone, and written correspondence.
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Work closely with external partners including health services, schools, and the police.
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Manage a complex caseload involving child protection, court work, and permanency planning.
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Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of children and families.
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Ensure the Council's equality and diversity policies are embedded within your practice.
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Support the development of others by supervising students and contributing to new staff inductions.
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Hammersmith

Senior Social Worker - Assessment & Child Protection Team

JOB-20240819-db742659Senior Social Worker - Assessment Team in Enfield earning £39.04 per hour We are thrilled to present a remarkable opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join the dynamic Assessment Team in Enfield for a period of three months. This locum role involves flexible working hours from Monday to Friday, with core hours of 9am to 5pm. Options include 8am to 6pm for four days a week, 8am to 4pm, or 9am to 6pm. Part-time options are also available. You will have the chance to work from Thomas Hardy House in London N22 8EE where you will be part of an innovative service that focuses on achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people. Perks and benefits:This locum job offers the flexibility to work part-time, giving you the chance to balance personal commitments while still pursuing a fulfilling career. As a locum worker, you will enjoy the opportunity to explore different work environments and expand your professional network. Additionally, locum roles often provide higher hourly rates compared to permanent positions, allowing for greater earning potential. You will also benefit from career flexibility to fit around your lifestyle and obligations. What you will do:<ul>
<li>Support and manage a team of four social workers, which may include ASYE and Apprentices</li><li>Develop and implement meaningful and impactful social work practice</li><li>Contribute to the continual improvement of Enfield's service from OFSTED's ‘good’ rating to outstanding</li><li>Mentor and support less experienced social workers, ASYE’s, and students</li><li>Collaborate with the team manager and engage with the wider Assessment and Intervention Service</li><li>Effectively assess and manage high-risk and complex cases</li><li>Analyze situations and produce comprehensive reports within tight deadlines</li></ul>
 Why Enfield? Enfield is a vibrant borough that offers the perfect blend of community spirit and city living. With its lush parks, bustling markets, and diverse cultural scene, Enfield provides an enriching environment both professionally and personally. Work in a supportive team dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people while enjoying the leisurely lifestyle that Enfield has to offer. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Senior Social Worker - Assessment Team

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for an experienced Senior Social Worker within the Family Safegaurding Team to work full time based in Wandsworth, London. The salary for this permanent Senior Social Worker job is up to £43.887 per annum. Main Duties:<ul>
<li>To manage contacts/referrals within an out of hours environment and ensure that appropriate reports are sent promptly to day services.</li><li>To maintain an up-to-date knowledge and awareness of relevant legislation, guidance and Departmental policies and procedures in respect of vulnerable children and adults.</li><li>To co-operate with the OOH administrator to ensure that the duty rota is fully operational, that log sheets are completed on each night and each day at weekend and bank holidays and that all relevant reports are entered on framework.</li><li>To prepare appropriately detailed reports in respect of assessments, care plans and any court proceedings to safeguard adults and children.</li><li>To work in partnership with service users who require social work intervention out of hours, and with those partner agencies who are accessible out of hours.</li><li>To maintain up to date knowledge of children’s and adult’s social work through learning and development activities, in line with continued HCPC and AMHP registration, and in line with any identified learning need.</li></ul>
&nbsp;Requirements of a Senior Social Worker:<ul>
<li>A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent.</li><li>Understanding of relevant legislation.</li><li>Registered or eligible for registration.</li></ul>
Contact: This Senior Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Senior Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel have an exciting Permanent opportunity available for a Senior Social Worker within the Brief Intervention Team to work full time based in Wandsworth.Salary up to: £52,082 per annumContract: PermanentHours: Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;-&nbsp;we can offer you working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance and a generous holiday allowance of 31 days plus bank holidays.&nbsp;&nbsp;We provide parking for staff that are working directly with children and families.Service priorities are families with very young children; children with complex emotional and behavioural needs; families where there are chronic parenting problems – including drug, alcohol and mental health issues; families where there is domestic violence. The service works with children of all ages, from unborn children to age 18 (where appropriate) and their families. A social worker in this service may hold a caseload which could include children who have a multi-agency child protection plan, pre proceedings under the PLO, care proceedings where the Department is proposing to permanently remove a child from the care of their family and place him/her with long-term foster carers, family members or for adoption; Adolescents showing mental health problems or offending behaviour whose family want them to be placed in care; and families of children with moderate learning difficulties, on the Autistic Spectrum or diagnosed with ADHD.&nbsp;Main duties:<ul>
<li>&nbsp;This Children's Service acts as the lead agency (with the Police) for Child Protection;</li><li>&nbsp;Carries out in-depth assessments of need and risk;</li><li>&nbsp;Supports and helps families in the short term in caring for their children;</li><li>&nbsp;Works with families and other agencies to reduce risk of harm;</li><li>&nbsp;Co-ordinates packages of support for children with complex needs;</li><li>&nbsp;Goes to court when needed to safeguard children</li><li>&nbsp;Makes plans for the care of children who cannot live at home</li><li>You will be responsible for delivering a high-quality and responsive&nbsp;social work service. We'll expect you to act as the lead professional in statutory cases - including child protection, care proceedings, and looked-after children - while undertaking the full range of social work tasks with children in need and their families.</li><li>Work collaboratively with allied health and social care practitioners, bringing together and coordinating the team around the child to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to safeguarding, as well as Assessment, Planning, Implementation and Review (APIR).</li></ul>
Requirements of the Social Worker:<ul>
<li>Degree or equivalent in social work</li><li>Current Social Work England registration</li><li>Significant frontline experience in Children’s Services</li></ul>
Staff Benefits:<ul>
<li>Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme</li><li>Childcare vouchers</li><li>New technology scheme</li><li>Interest-free loans on annual travel cards</li><li>Discounts at many leisure activities - Restaurants, shops, and other establishments</li><li>A wide range of developmental opportunities is also offered.</li></ul>
Contact:This Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.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 requirements for this Permanent Social Work role as we need to meet our clients’ requirements, but please feel free to browse our open roles that may be more suitable for you.Reasonable Adjustments:If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.responsible for delivering a high-quality and responsive&nbsp;social work service. We'll expect you to act as the lead professional in statutory cases - including child protection, care proceedings, and looked-after children - while undertaking the full range of social work tasks with children in need and their families.

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