Caritas Recruitment

Social Worker - Children Looked After Devon County Council Join Devon County Council and make a real difference for children and young people. We're looking for Experienced Social Workers to join our Children Looked After (CLA) Team in Exeter & East Devon. This is your chance to help shape futures and deliver meaningful, long-term change. Why Join Us? Work within a stable, supportive management team Deliver high-quality assessments and care planning Collaborate across agencies to achieve the best outcomes Enjoy flexible working arrangements and generous benefits Relocation package available for those moving to Devon About You: Qualified Social Worker with SWE registration ASYE completed Skilled in multi-agency and court settings Strong communication and relationship-building abilities Committed to putting children at the heart of everything you do Salary: 39,862 - 47,181 per annum Location: County Hall, Exeter (Hybrid working available) Benefits: Generous annual leave, pension scheme, wellbeing support, discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, EV salary sacrifice, and more. Retention Bonus: 2,000 per annum pro rata (T&Cs apply) Ready to make a real impact? Apply now and help us build brighter futures for Devon's children. For 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) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Team Manager - First Contact/MASH Durham County Council Advert: Lead a dynamic team and make a real impact in safeguarding children. Durham County Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join our First Contact/MASH team in Newton Aycliffe. This team is the first point of contact for new referrals about children, young people, and families, working closely with safeguarding partners to share information and respond effectively. Key Details: Location: Unit 5 Parsons Court, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 6ZE Rate: 37.66 per hour Contract: Temporary Start Date: ASAP Your Role: Manage a team of social workers and first contact officers, supported by 3 social work consultants Interpret information, data, and intelligence to make informed decisions Provide clear communication and feedback to staff and partners Maintain pace in a fast-moving, multi-agency environment while adhering to strict timescales Create a positive interface for all MASH practitioners and partners About You: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Experienced in child protection and confident in risk identification and response Skilled decision-maker with strong leadership qualities Nurturing and encouraging manager able to support a team through change This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a critical service that protects children and supports families at the earliest stage. For 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) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Team Manager - Children's Services Bicester, Oxfordshire Lead a dedicated team and make a lasting impact on children's lives. Oxfordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to join our Family Solutions Plus service in Bicester. This is a key leadership role managing a social care team to deliver high-quality assessments, timely interventions, and effective safeguarding for children and families. Key Details: Location: Bicester Children & Family Centre, OX26 6DJ Hours: 37 per week Hybrid (2-3 days in office) Salary: 55,783 - 59,010 per annum (Grade 15) What You'll Do: Manage and support a team delivering Oxfordshire's Family Safeguarding Plus model Ensure statutory duties are met and children's plans progress on time Provide strong leadership, supervision, and quality assurance Drive service improvement and partnership working across agencies About You: Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Proven leadership experience in children's social care Strong communication, decision-making, and relationship-building skills Commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children Benefits: Flexible working arrangements Generous annual leave and pension scheme Wellbeing support and employee assistance Discounts and salary sacrifice schemes Join us and help shape brighter futures for children and families in Oxfordshire. For 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) Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.