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Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you. Peer Support Worker Reference: 355 Responsible to: Senior Centre Support Worker - Social Support Working hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: 1 year fixed (subject to extension) Salary: £25,233 per annum Based: St Albans, Stevenage or Hatfield About the Service The Social Support service delivers flexible and person-centred support across our Wellbeing Centres in St Albans, Hatfield, and Stevenage. The service is designed to respond to the individual needs of clients, supporting people to improve their wellbeing, build confidence, reduce feelings of isolation, and access community services and resources. About the Role The role involves managing a one-to-one client caseload while contributing to the delivery of Social Support Groups. Through personalised support, the post holder will offer emotional support and empower individuals to focus on what matters most to them, working towards meaningful and achievable changes in in their lives. As a Peer Support Worker you will: Offer 1-1 support in St Albans, Hatfield and Stevenage, and within other HMN Wellbeing Centres across the County depending on client need and waiting lists Deliver Social Support Groups within our Wellbeing Centres Work with clients to identify their individual needs and support them through a personalised, person-centred approach Support clients in a variety of settings, including within the community, their home, and our Wellbeing Centres Play an integral role in embedding HMN's values through our 1-1 and group support Play a key part in the development and delivery of our groups Ensure the consistent delivery of a high quality, responsive service that promotes wellbeing and positive outcomes for clients The successful candidate will have a great understanding and proven skills of delivering mental health services, proven skills around working with adults with mental health needs, an understanding of the relationship between mental health and social issues and how these issues may impact on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and Significant proven knowledge of models and services to meet the needs of adults with mental health needs. They will also have experience of working in both group settings and 1:1 and creating and reviewing dynamic risk assessments and support plans. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 28 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) - compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is 4th September 2026. Interviews will be held at our St Albans Wellbeing Centre on 24th and 25th September 2026. Please note: Due to high numbers of expected applicants, we may close this advert early. N.B. Please quote reference number 355 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team. No agencies please.

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you. Peer Support Worker Reference: 354 Responsible to: Peer Support Team Lead Working hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Salary: £25,233 per annum Based: Herts Countywide travel required, depending on client need and waiting lists, with a focus on Waltham Cross and East Herts. Another exciting role has become available within our Peer Support Service. About the Peer Support Services Our Peer Support Service started 14 years ago, Since then, we have seen our service grow and we now offer Peer Support across the whole of Hertfordshire. Peer Support is the key service most requested by people and we now offer this in all of our 7 Wellbeing Centres across Hertfordshire. HMN's values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness and Responsive form the basis of all the work we do. Hertfordshire Mind Network provide a range of training opportunities, including our Peer Support Academy. Working in co-production with clients, staff, volunteers and stakeholders, we were able to create our own Peer Support Charter Values and these values form the ethos we work within our peer support team and the 2 academy courses we run which are: The Foundations of Peer Support and Supporting Others in a Peer Way. About the Role The Peer Support service provide tailored, personalised support for someone's individual needs. This includes using different tools and techniques to help an individual improve areas of their life they may be struggling with. This approach includes; Hope, Courage, Togetherness and Responsive. Peer Support is based on the recognition that there is no better person to support the path towards recovery, than someone who has walked a similar path as that person. As a Peer Support Worker you will: Offer 1-1 peer support in Letchworth and within other HMN Wellbeing Centres across the County depending on client need and waiting lists You will help co-facilitate our online Peer Support Group Meet client need and work within this personalised approach Work with clients in the community, within their home, as well as in one of our Wellbeing Centres Support clients in a peer support way Play an integral role in instilling HMN's values through our 1-1 and group support Play a key part in the development and delivery of our groups Always ensure the delivery of quality services The successful candidate will have need a personal understanding (lived experience) of mental health needs, or cared for someone who did, a great understanding and proven skills of delivering mental health services, proven skills around working with adults with mental health needs and significant proven knowledge of models and services to meet the needs of adults with mental health needs. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 28 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) - compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 16 September 2026. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 22 September 2026 at our Watford Wellbeing Centre. Applicants will be notified of an interview time if shortlisted. Please note: Due to high numbers of expected applicants, we may close this advert early. N.B. Please quote reference number 354 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team. No agencies please.

Description Priory Eden House Full Time/37.5 Hours I Site-based Accredited Salary £39,140- £45,320 Unaccredited Salary £31,940- £36,050 Eden House has an opportunity for an Accredited Addictions Therapist to join our team. Eden House, part of Priory, is an affordable, 18-bed residential service in Mill Hill, North London. It is home to Flourish - our pioneering therapy-led addiction programme - offering bespoke treatment for a wide range of addictions in a calm, homely environment. Set within a supportive community, Eden House provides a safe haven away from the stresses of daily life, forming part of our wider network of residential addiction treatment homes across the UK. Delivered by qualified therapists in a non-medical setting, Flourish offers an alternative to traditional hospital-based treatment. It's suitable for people who don't require a medical detox or ongoing medical care but would benefit from structured therapy, community connection, and practical tools to achieve meaningful, sustainable recovery. What you'll be doing As an experienced therapist, support worker, therapy assistant, or administrator you will guide clients through daily group sessions, evening recovery-focused activities and psychoeducational workshops. Each element is designed to help clients develop practical coping strategies, build resilience and reduce their responses to everyday triggers. Provide high-quality, evidence-based assessment, treatment, and therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing substance misuse and addictive behaviours. Deliver individual and group therapy sessions, developing person-centred treatment plans that support recovery and promote long-term wellbeing. Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to case reviews, risk assessments, and care planning. Build therapeutic relationships that encourage engagement, resilience, and positive outcomes while adhering to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards. You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Essential for the Role Accredited with a recognised professional body (e.g. BACP, UKCP, NCS or equivalent). Proven experience delivering therapeutic interventions for individuals with substance misuse and addictive behaviours. Ability to facilitate both one-to-one and group therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches. Strong assessment, risk management, care planning, and clinical record-keeping skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and multidisciplinary team-working abilities. The Following Experience Would Be Beneficial Experience working within a residential addiction treatment or rehabilitation setting. Experience delivering psychoeducational groups, relapse prevention, and recovery-focused interventions. Familiarity with safeguarding procedures, clinical governance, and regulatory standards. Additional training or qualifications in addiction therapies, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), or other evidence-based therapeutic approaches. For more information on the role, please contact What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Free on-site parking Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. About Priory Priory is the UK's leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions - including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children's mental health - and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here . For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here . All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Joining our Younger Adults Review Team as a Senior Case Worker is an excellent next step in your career in Social Work. You'll be an integral part of our team providing individuals with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing. As well as holding your own diverse caseload, you'll also support with cases with a higher level of complexity and provide guidance to Case Worker colleagues, role modelling best practice and setting an example for high standards of work across the team. What you'll be doing: Reviewing existing care packages countywide across Physical Disabilities, Learning Disabilities and Mental Health services to ensure they continue to meet individuals' needs. Providing support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence. Collaborating with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals' needs. Having the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation. What we're looking for: Strong communication and relationship management skills. Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Sound IT and record-keeping skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and a background in adults' social care. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? Career growth: Our experienced Senior Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker. Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Your work base will be the office closest to your home address from the following locations: Totton Hub, Havant Plaza, or Dame Mary Fagan House (Basingstoke) or Elizabeth II Court, Winchester. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.

Description Priory Eden House Full Time/37.5 Hours I Site-based Accredited Salary £39,140- £45,320 Unaccredited Salary £31,940- £36,050 Eden House has an opportunity for an Accredited Addictions Therapist to join our team. Eden House, part of Priory, is an affordable, 18-bed residential service in Mill Hill, North London. It is home to Flourish - our pioneering therapy-led addiction programme - offering bespoke treatment for a wide range of addictions in a calm, homely environment. Set within a supportive community, Eden House provides a safe haven away from the stresses of daily life, forming part of our wider network of residential addiction treatment homes across the UK. Delivered by qualified therapists in a non-medical setting, Flourish offers an alternative to traditional hospital-based treatment. It's suitable for people who don't require a medical detox or ongoing medical care but would benefit from structured therapy, community connection, and practical tools to achieve meaningful, sustainable recovery. What you'll be doing As an experienced therapist, support worker, therapy assistant, or administrator you will guide clients through daily group sessions, evening recovery-focused activities and psychoeducational workshops. Each element is designed to help clients develop practical coping strategies, build resilience and reduce their responses to everyday triggers. Provide high-quality, evidence-based assessment, treatment, and therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing substance misuse and addictive behaviours. Deliver individual and group therapy sessions, developing person-centred treatment plans that support recovery and promote long-term wellbeing. Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to case reviews, risk assessments, and care planning. Build therapeutic relationships that encourage engagement, resilience, and positive outcomes while adhering to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards. You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Essential for the Role Accredited with a recognised professional body (e.g. BACP, UKCP, NCS or equivalent). Proven experience delivering therapeutic interventions for individuals with substance misuse and addictive behaviours. Ability to facilitate both one-to-one and group therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches. Strong assessment, risk management, care planning, and clinical record-keeping skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and multidisciplinary team-working abilities. The Following Experience Would Be Beneficial Experience working within a residential addiction treatment or rehabilitation setting. Experience delivering psychoeducational groups, relapse prevention, and recovery-focused interventions. Familiarity with safeguarding procedures, clinical governance, and regulatory standards. Additional training or qualifications in addiction therapies, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), or other evidence-based therapeutic approaches. For more information on the role, please contact What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Free on-site parking Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. About Priory Priory is the UK's leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions - including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children's mental health - and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here . For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here . All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

The salary range for Team Managers is £61,439 - £65,898 per annum. This is inclusive of a £5,000 market supplement. Our Offer To You A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker A New Way of Working in Surrey - connecting with local communities and empowering families Surrey's is embedding the Family First Partnership and will launch our new service models in the autumn as part of our ongoing transformation of Children's Services. Working alongside colleagues from our Assessment, Family Safeguarding and Multi-Agency Partnership teams, Family Help will provide a more integrated approach to supporting children, young people and families. This means fewer handovers, stronger relationships and more coordinated support, with teams able to respond flexibly as families' needs change. As you are applying for a role within one of the services coming together to form our new Family Help service, we wanted to make you aware of these exciting developments. Joining us now means you'll have the opportunity to help shape and be part of this new way of working from the very beginning. About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted Judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that our social workers are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About our Family Safeguarding Service Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. To help us achieve our ambitions for children and families we are looking for dedicated, and compassionate practitioners who are child focused and committed to relationship-based social work to join us. As a Team Manager in Surrey you'll play a critical role in supporting social workers and helping your service manager to ensure the service you team provides is forward thinking, responsive and meets the diverse needs of our children and young people. You will do this by contributing to service strategies, policy and procedures as required and will be responsible for managing, motivating and developing your team by sharing your professional leadership and support to help them deliver safe practice and effective management of their workloads. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our employees, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Four years post-qualified experience Evidence of supervising (students and practice educator) or supervising other qualified staff Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions. (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model? The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 26th August 2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview.

We have opportunities for Advanced Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding Teams based across Woking and Guildford areas. The salary range for Advanced Social Workers is £54,464 - £57,864 per annum. This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker A New Way of Working in Surrey - connecting with local communities and empowering families Surrey's is embedding the Family First Partnership and will launch our new service models in the autumn as part of our ongoing transformation of Children's Services. Working alongside colleagues from our Assessment, Family Safeguarding and Multi-Agency Partnership teams, Family Help will provide a more integrated approach to supporting children, young people and families. This means fewer handovers, stronger relationships and more coordinated support, with teams able to respond flexibly as families' needs change. As you are applying for a role within one of the services coming together to form our new Family Help service, we wanted to make you aware of these exciting developments. Joining us now means you'll have the opportunity to help shape and be part of this new way of working from the very beginning. About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our Good Ofsted judgement, which reflects that practitioners are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About our Family Safeguarding Service Our Family Safeguarding services include responsibility for our Family Safeguarding Model, Child In Need, as well as pre and court proceedings. Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. As an Advanced Social Worker (ASW) you'll enjoy mentoring and collaborating with less experienced social workers within the team supporting their development. We aim for you to hold a reduced caseload to enable you to support effectively whilst also deputising for the Team Manager when needed. This is a great role for anyone looking to enhance their professional development and take a step towards a management position. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our staff, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Why Choose Surrey? Surrey is a large and ambitious local authority meaning we can draw from a range of available resources to support the delivery of our services to children and their families, but that's just part of it. It's our staff that truly make the difference day in day out and we'd like to share with you some of their insights as to why they choose to be part of Surrey Children's social care workforce. Our staff highlighted that you can expect Positive team and colleague relationships - You'll have the opportunity to be part of a team that thrives on positive working relationships, where collaboration with supportive colleagues in your team, across the organisation and with key partners will enable and enrich your practice. Flexibility and work-life balance - We are committed to agile working and trust you to adapt your schedule to suit your needs, balancing this against the need to visit your children and families. It is our expectation that staff attend the office at least 2 days per week. Opportunities and support for professional development - You can benefit from a structured environment that encourages growth and development. You'll have access to ongoing training opportunities via our Surrey Children's Service Academy, including our coaching and mentoring scheme, a well-structured progression pathway, learning opportunities and reflective and task focused supervision. A sense of belonging and familiarity - You'll be part of our welcoming and approachable social work family where you'll be able to draw on the knowledge of established team members to support your understanding of the local area and available resources, working for a team where your individual expertise are valued and where you can have fun together. A focus on wellbeing - We recognise that you are a valuable asset and key to unlocking the positive changes we aspire for with our children and families. The job you do is serious therefore we take your well being seriously and recognise the need for reflective supervision where wellbeing is front and centre of the conversation. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

We have opportunities for Senior Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding Team in Woking. The salary range for Senior Social Workers is £54,464 - £57,864 per annum. This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker A New Way of Working in Surrey - connecting with local communities and empowering families. Surrey's is embedding the Family First Partnership and will launch our new service models in the autumn as part of our ongoing transformation of Children's Services. Working alongside colleagues from our Assessment, Family Safeguarding and Multi-Agency Partnership teams, Family Help will provide a more integrated approach to supporting children, young people and families. This means fewer handovers, stronger relationships and more coordinated support, with teams able to respond flexibly as families' needs change. As you are applying for a role within one of the services coming together to form our new Family Help service, we wanted to make you aware of these exciting developments. Joining us now means you'll have the opportunity to help shape and be part of this new way of working from the very beginning. About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our Good Ofsted judgement, which highlights that our social workers are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About our Family Safeguarding Service Our Family Safeguarding service includes responsibility for our Family Safeguarding Model, Child In Need, as well as pre and court proceedings. Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. To help us achieve our ambitions for children and families we are looking for dedicated, and compassionate practitioners who are child focused and committed to relationship-based social work to join us. If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking to develop your skills and experience within child protections services we'd love to enable you to do that safely with us. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our employees, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Why Choose Surrey? Surrey is a large and ambitious local authority meaning we can draw from a range of available resources to support the delivery of our services to children and their families, but that's just part of it. It's our staff that truly make the difference day in day out and we'd like to share with you some of their insights as to why they choose to be part of Surrey Children's social care workforce. Our staff highlighted that you can expect Positive Team and Colleague Relationships - You'll have the opportunity to be part of a team that thrives on positive working relationships, where collaboration with supportive colleagues in your team, across the organisation and with key partners will enable and enrich your practice. Flexibility and Work-Life Balance - We are committed to agile working and trust you to adapt your schedule to suit your needs, balancing this against the need to visit your children and families. It is our expectation that staff attend the office at least 2 days per week. Opportunities and Support for Professional Development - You can benefit from a structured environment that encourages growth and development. You'll have access to ongoing training opportunities via our Surrey Children's Service Academy, including our coaching and mentoring scheme, a well-structured progression pathway, learning opportunities and reflective and task focused supervision. A Sense of Belonging and Familiarity - You'll be part of our welcoming and approachable social work family where you'll be able to draw on the knowledge of established team members to support your understanding of the local area and available resources, working for a team where your individual expertise are valued and where you can have fun together. A Focus on Wellbeing - We recognise that you are a valuable asset and key to unlocking the positive changes we aspire for with our children and families. The job you do is serious therefore we take your well being seriously and recognise the need for reflective supervision where wellbeing is front and centre of the conversation. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Help transform the lives of women affected by sexual violence across Greater Manchester Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Social Worker (Social Work England Registered) to join our innovative GM Pathfinder Team. This is a unique opportunity to use your social work expertise within a specialist, trauma-informed service supporting women who have experienced sexual violence and who may also be navigating complex mental health, safeguarding and social care challenges. Working across the Greater Manchester Pathfinder Partnership, you will support women accessing services through Greater Manchester Rape Crisis, MASH (Manchester Action on Street Health) and SARA. You will work directly with survivors, carers and partner agencies to identify and address social care needs that may be barriers to recovery and engagement with support. What Makes This Role Different? This is not a traditional statutory social work post. Instead of carrying large statutory caseloads, you'll have the opportunity to work in a preventative, relational and trauma-informed way, helping women overcome barriers to safety, wellbeing and recovery. As part of an innovative partnership model, you'll work across multiple sites and services, collaborating with specialist practitioners from Greater Manchester Rape Crisis, MASH and SARA to provide holistic support for women with complex needs. This role offers the opportunity to: Work within a specialist Violence Against Women and Girls service. Build meaningful, therapeutic relationships with survivors. Use your social work skills creatively and proactively. Work across three leading women's organisations with a shared commitment to improving outcomes for women. Influence practice through consultation, leadership and professional expertise. Develop strong partnerships across health, social care, mental health and voluntary sector services. Focus on empowerment, recovery and prevention while making a lasting difference to women's lives. About the Role As the Pathfinder Social Worker, you will: Assess and identify social care needs that may impact a survivor's recovery from sexual trauma. Support women within partner organisations, community settings and across Greater Manchester. Work collaboratively with statutory and voluntary sector partners to improve outcomes. Provide consultation, guidance and leadership on social care legislation, safeguarding, policy and practice. Contribute to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. Champion trauma-informed, survivor-centred and feminist approaches throughout the service. About You You will be: A qualified and registered Social Worker. Experienced in working with adults who present with complex needs. Knowledgeable about safeguarding, mental health and social care legislation. Passionate about trauma-informed practice and supporting women affected by violence and abuse. A confident practitioner who can build effective partnerships across organisations and sectors. Secondment opportunities considered. Join Us If you are looking for a role where your social work expertise can make a genuine difference, and where relationships, advocacy and specialist practice are at the heart of the work, we'd love to hear from you. For an application pack, please contact: Closing Date Friday 28 August Applications will be reviewed as they are received and active recruitment will take place throughout the advertising period. Early applications are encouraged. Please Note This role is restricted to female applicants under the Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements) of the Equality Act 2010.

The starting salary for this role is £49,464 per annum (pro rata for part-time staff). We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Social Worker with a passion for improving the lives of adults experiencing issues related to substance misuse. In return for your commitment to Surrey residents, we will provide excellent development opportunities, high-quality supervision, and support to help you progress your career within a specialist service. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time opportunities) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Team Our Substance Misuse Team is a small but experienced specialist service, offering an excellent opportunity for Social Workers looking to further develop their expertise within a busy, county-wide service. We are co-located with our health provider colleagues across three sites and enjoy excellent working relationships with partner agencies across the substance misuse sector. The team has a strong identity within Surrey's Lifelong Services Directorate and plays a key role in supporting adults with complex needs to achieve better outcomes. We are committed to creating opportunities for people to develop their social networks, interpersonal skills and independence through meaningful engagement in their communities. Our work focuses on prevention, reducing social isolation, promoting recovery, and supporting individuals to maintain and develop independent living skills. As a team, we are developing specialist expertise in Mental Capacity Assessments within the context of substance misuse and actively support career development opportunities, including progression towards becoming a Best Interest Assessor (BIA), Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), or Practice Educator. You will benefit from regular supervision, visible management support, peer learning opportunities and strong multi-agency working. This is a collaborative and supportive team environment where professional development and reflective practice are highly valued. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker, you will work with adults who have complex social care needs related to substance misuse and associated challenges. Using a strengths-based approach, you will undertake assessments, provide direct social work intervention, and support individuals and their carers to maximise independence, choice and control in their lives. You will manage complex cases, apply professional judgement in challenging situations, and work collaboratively with health colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. Alongside your casework responsibilities, you will provide professional guidance, mentoring and supervision to colleagues, supporting the continued development of social work practice within the team. You will work closely with Team Managers to improve processes, contribute to service development, and help shape high-quality, effective social care services. You will also lead on complex assessments, safeguarding enquiries and risk management, while promoting strengths-based, person-centred approaches in all aspects of practice. To support your success, you will receive a structured induction programme and ongoing professional development opportunities throughout your career with us. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England. Substantial post-qualification experience as a Social Worker, applied knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 and strong knowledge of current social care legislation and its application in practice Experience of providing professional supervision (including supervision of unqualified or non-professional staff). Strong knowledge of current social care legislation and its application in practice. Experience of undertaking safeguarding enquiries and managing complex cases. The ability to use professional judgement and a range of interventions to support individuals in challenging situations. Experience of providing reflective supervision, guidance and support to less experienced Social Workers, including ASYE practitioners and Social Work students. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and staff may be required to travel across a wide geographical area. Therefore, a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are desirable. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for successful applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 23/08/2026 with interview dates to be confirmed. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for this position is £43,633 per annum, working 36 hours per week (pro rata for part time). We are hiring Social Workers to join our fantastic East 2 Area team covering Elmbridge, Mole Valley and Epsom but with a hybrid work style consisting of remote working and two days in the office (pro-rata). We are proud to consider ourselves a forward thinking, motivational team with a strong ethos of cultural growth and continuous education and learning. We are looking for individuals who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time opportunities) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About our Team We've recently restructured and are launching an exciting new way of working - and this is your chance to be part of it from the very start. You'll have real influence in shaping practice, building strong team cultures and helping us deliver a values-driven, strengths-based service that truly puts residents first. Our new operating model brings together Connect to Community (C2C) and Area Teams, creating a seamless journey for residents: Our C2C Teams act as the first point of response, providing urgent assessments, safeguarding, and support planning. Our Area Teams offer continuity for those with longer-term or complex needs, focusing on proactive case management and person-centred care. Our new operating model is designed to cut down on unnecessary bureaucracy and increase meaningful time with people in their communities, focusing on what really matters: listening, building relationships and creating solutions that work. We're proud to offer flexible working, giving you the freedom to work in ways that suit your life while staying connected to supportive, high-performing teams. Everything we do is guided by our values - collaboration, respect and ambition for our residents - and we're looking for people who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents. If you want to be part of a service that's growing, evolving and committed to doing things differently, this is the place to build your next chapter. We are a large team that support individuals across community and hospital settings. We celebrate diversity and believe that differences make us stronger. Our East 2 Area team supports those from the age of 18 upwards with eligible care support needs. We provide advice and guidance with a vast range of community resources and support networks. The team strives to safeguard those who require additional support whilst promoting independence and choice. You will always find our team friendly and approachable, whilst supporting each other with an active reflective and learning culture. About the Role As a Social Worker in Surrey, you will work across various unique projects that ensure that the people we support can enjoy a home of their own, an environment in which they are supported to live a healthy and meaningful lifestyle. You will be able to supervise less experienced members of staff within the team and support their development. In return for all your skills, enthusiasm and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level. In turn, you will receive professional supervision and be working in a team of motivated, dedicated and friendly colleagues. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England. Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified as a social worker after June 2012. Experience in Social Work, including assessment and risk management skills. Commitment to your own professional development, including maintaining up-to-date knowledge of practice issues. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/08/2026 with interview dates to be confirmed. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The salary range for this full-time, permanent position is £43,633 - £46,624 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Information is available in the attached Total Reward Statement about other financial benefits. This is a 9-5 qualified social work role, based at our Woking office, meaning you won't be required to travel to visit children, young people and families. This could make this role a good fit for anyone looking for greater flexibility around how they work. We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join our dynamic, dedicated and responsive Children's Single Point Of access service or C- SPA for short! Our Offer to You: We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee.28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave. An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing. Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave. A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more. 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to Children who are referred to our children's single point of access (C-SPA) the report highlights that " they receive a timely and proportionate response. Practitioners and managers in the C-SPA routinely apply the authority's continuum of need guidance to inform decision-making, generating a consistent approach to contacts and referrals." and that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About Working in C- SPA In C- SPA our Multi Agency Partnership (MAP) team is exactly that- a multiagency team responsible for the safeguarding of children within the Surrey area. By working together social workers, education, police and health, we collectively triage, research, analyse and share information in order to identify the most appropriate level of support to meet the needs of a child. This role is critical for us as C- SPA is the first point of contact any families or professionals have with Surrey where there is a safeguarding need, and therefore sets the tone for our entire working relationship with them. Our practice across the service is based upon strong relationships with families and with partners who may also support our families. Using motivational approaches as well as principles of the Family Safeguarding Model, you will engage with both the family and the network around them to understand the presenting worries and work out whether a statutory social work service is required. In some instances, a plan to support the family at a lower level of need will be put in place to meet the need of the child and family. About the Role Joining us as a Social Worker in C- SPA means that you will be there from the outset of a Childs contact and journey with us. This is an opportunity to be part of a culture in which children and families are supported in a spirit of partnership that encourages them to develop their own solutions while receiving the professional help and support, required to address their needs. The work of Social Workers in C- SPA can be rewarding but often complex in nature, gathering information and making enquiries as necessary to inform threshold decisions regarding the correct level of support required. We are looking for individuals with professional curiosity and well-developed analytical skills to support us in delivering laser focussed, collaborative and timely front door activity, which ensures child protection and safeguarding matters are effectively responded to. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England Sound knowledge of social work practice and legislation Ability to make threshold decisions in a timely manner, applying professional judgment and reasoning Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, families and professionals in a clear, professional and timely way Excellent partnership working skills with an ability to collaborate effectively with partners in statutory, voluntary and third sector organisations Substantial children's social work experience in a UK Statutory setting To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer 4 application questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role In this role, you will need to make decisions using your professional judgment and analytical skills. Please tell us about a time when you used your analytical skills to respond to a complex piece of casework Please tell us about a time when you were able to build effective working relationships with stakeholders or partners that enabled you to deliver positive outcomes? An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 23rd August 2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min). If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview.

Advanced Social Worker - Family Help Lead Practitioner (Yate / Central Hub) Location Badminton Road Salary Range £40,777 - £44,075 Job Description How you'll make a difference Join a children's social care service rated Good by Ofsted , where strong practice, supportive leadership and positive outcomes for children are recognised. As an Advanced Social Worker - Family Help Lead Practitioner, you will build on these foundations through skilled, relationship-based work with children and families across Child in Need, Child Protection and the early stages of Children in Care planning. You will manage complex and sensitive work, using sound professional judgement to assess risk, strengthen safety and support families to make sustainable change. Alongside your own workload, you will contribute to good practice in the team by offering mentoring, consultation and support to colleagues, students and newly qualified Social Workers where directed. What you will be doing Working within a multi-disciplinary Family Help and Best Start Community Team, you will act as Family Help Lead Practitioner for children and families requiring statutory social work support. Children's voices, family networks and relationship-based practice will remain central as you complete assessments, coordinate plans and work with partners to achieve positive outcomes. The role also contributes to team learning and practice development. Under the guidance of the Team Manager or Senior Social Worker, you may hold responsibility for a specific area of expertise, mentor colleagues and support students or newly qualified Social Workers, while maintaining high standards of case recording and professional practice. Managing complex Family Help work across Child in Need, Child Protection and early Children in Care, completing high-quality assessment, planning, intervention and review. Assessing and balancing risk, children's needs and family rights, taking appropriate safeguarding action where there is risk of significant harm or family breakdown. Facilitating family group decision-making, strengthening family networks and coordinating effective multi-agency plans and meetings. Providing mentoring, consultation and practice support to colleagues, students and newly qualified Social Workers under the guidance of senior practitioners. Holding responsibility for a specific area of practice or expertise where directed, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to team learning and service development. What we need from you We require you to hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have considerable relevant post-qualifying experience in a Local Authority children's services setting, including evidence-based work with vulnerable children and families. You will bring current knowledge of children's legislation and practice, with excellent assessment, analytical, care-planning and risk-management skills. You will be able to mentor and support others, sharing professional knowledge and helping colleagues develop confident, consistent practice. You will be an effective communicator and relationship builder, confident handling difficult and sensitive issues with children, families, colleagues and partner agencies. What you need to know We are unable to accommodate applications from newly qualified social workers or candidates who require an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE). Applicants must already have successfully completed their ASYE. This position is based in our Central Family Help Hub, in Yate. Although this post is advertised as full time, we welcome applications from experienced Social Workers seeking part-time, job-share or flexible working arrangements. You will be expected to travel throughout the authority and surrounding area, so you must have a full, valid driving licence with regular access to a vehicle insured for business use or have an alternative suitable means of travel. An enhanced DBS check is required, and you will need to travel throughout the authority and surrounding area, with occasional work outside normal office hours. Interviews are anticipated to be held on 3rd September 2026, but alternate dates may be available. How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different As part of our benefits package, you will receive generous annual leave (pro rata), employee wellbeing support and you will have access to a range of staff discounts, including eye tests, travel, shopping and leisure activities. We recognise that our diverse team of skilled and dedicated people make us a great place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and developed on the basis of their merits and abilities. We invest in the careers of our people, and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development offer, which helps our people make the greatest long-term difference in their work. What's special here is the strength of the team ethos . We are a relatively small local authority, so managers know staff well. They can plan their services to ensure teams have manageable caseloads and have effective supervision so feel supported to make decisions which are right for the children and young people they work with. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ensuring all our staff are given right skills, knowledge and support to recognise and respond effectively to potential abuse or neglect. These posts attract a gross lump sum £3,000 'recruitment payment ' pro rata offered to enable experienced Social Workers who have already successfully completed their ASYE to join our permanent workforce. This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period (after approximately 3-6 months) and is subject to eligibility criteria. These posts are currently eligible for a market factor £3,000 'retention payment ' pro rata, payable in November annually to those with two years' service with the council in Children's Social Care In an eligible post, inclusive of any ASYE period. Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here. We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of. We're providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained. We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference. We're making a difference, be part of it! To view the full job description, please refer to the Advanced Social Worker role profile.

We have a great opportunity for an Advanced Social Worker to join our Children Looked After Team based in Reigate. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. The salary range for Advanced Social Workers is £49,464 - £52,864 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee Access to bespoke learning programmes via our dedicated Children's Services Academy to empower and enrich your practice 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that "Children in care have trusting and positive relationships with their Social Workers. Social Workers use creative life-story work to help children understand the reasons why they are in care." And "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About working with Children Looked After As a member in the Looked After Children's Team, your aim and role will be to support children living with relatives, friends or foster families and perspective adopters or older children living in children's homes and semi-independent units. You will build sustainable relationships with them and plan for their permanence. You will be responsible for ensuring their safety and support them towards independence. Through regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plan, you will nurture and develop meaningful relationships with these children; understand and interpret their wishes; and champion and support them to reach their full potential. Occasionally, you will be required to prepare reports and attend court. You will be supported in this challenging role with regular supervision and consultations with our Mental Health Focussed Social Worker. You will also find support by working alongside other social workers, family support workers and partnership organisations such as: Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (New Leaf), Independent Reviewing officers and carers. You will also be supported in your career development by your management team and also by the Surrey Academy. Are you at a point in your career where you want to take on supervisory responsibility whilst utilising your skills as an experienced social worker? This role enables you to work on complex cases whilst also giving you the opportunity to progress your career through contributing and supporting managers to develop the skills and knowledge within the team, whilst occasionally deputising for the Team Manager. You will also have the opportunity to join Advanced Social Worker colleagues in county wide learning activities organised by the Surrey Children's Service Academy with a clear professional development pathway. As an Advanced Social Worker, you will mentor less experienced practitioners in the team and support the Team Manager by leading on some areas of practice, whilst occasionally deputising for the Team Manager. You will undertake more complex work, some of which you will do jointly with less experienced social workers and enable their learning. You will contribute to team plans and support the Team Manager. One Voice In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. This creates a sense of purpose and fulfilment with a clear pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Our Surrey Children's Service Academy currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach to your practice. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer 3 application questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Please tell us about an example that demonstrates how you have built long lasting relationships with children. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 30.08.2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Social Worker - Adolescent / Contextual Safeguarding Team Up to £52,767 per annum Permanent Full time (36 hours) Wandsworth, London Ofsted Rating: 'Outstanding' Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker with the skills to engage and make a difference to the lives of young people and help them to see a positive future? Wandsworth Children's Services Adolescent Team is a small but specialist social work team. As part of our evolving and ambitious team, you will adopt a trauma-informed and relational framework to address extra-familial harm through the lens of child protection. You will work intensively with young people and their families to mitigate risk of harm outside of the family home including Child Sexual Exploitation, Criminal Exploitation, Serious Youth Violence, Gangs, Missing and online / social media abuse. Can you help these young people by applying your creative approach, working with them in a flexible and dynamic way? About the Role In this specialist role, you will undertake the breadth of statutory social work interventions from initial assessments to CIN / CP and CLA work. You will have a lower than usual caseload of around 8-11 young people with whom you will work intensively and creatively using a contextual safeguarding approach. Working collaboratively with the young person, family and friends, and professional network, you will develop targeted intervention plans with the aim of mitigating risks of extra familial harm, promoting safety in different contexts, and supporting our young people to achieve their full potential free from harm. You will have a relationship-based and trauma informed approach to your interventions and will be required to offer reliable, consistent, and persistent efforts to engage young people; to understand and assess their experiences in the community; and to work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to plan, implement and review interventions intended to create safety in different contexts. This is a specialist area of practice, and it is important that all practitioners, supervisors, and senior leaders are diligent in ensuring that young people are kept safe, are treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and that anti-racist and anti-discriminatory practice is at the heart of our work. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England with relevant statutory practice experience of working with children, young people and their families. Understanding of Trauma Informed, Systematic Practice, and the key issues for young people at risk of extra-familial harm including Child Sexual Exploitation, Criminal Exploitation, Serious Youth Violence, Gangs, Missing and online/social media abuse. Skilled in building trusting relationships and great communication skills in different contexts. Experience of multi-agency working, working collaboratively, creatively, and flexibly to obtain young people's wishes and feelings and ensure these are central to decision making and intervention plans. Knowledge and experience of applying anti-discriminatory, anti-oppressive, and anti-racist practice. Experience and confidence in undertaking high quality assessments and reports, managing risk, and continually reviewing impact of interventions. If you are a social worker who is confident in your practice, hold strong assessment and planning skills; and able to work alongside families within their contexts to assess, plan, implement and review interventions confidently and skilfully - we encourage you to apply for this opportunity. Closing date:30 August 2026 Shortlisting date:w/c 31 August 2026 Interview date:w/c 31 August 2026 or 7 September 2026 We may close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a DisabilityConfidentemployer. If you require anyreasonable adjustmentsthroughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefitsdesigned to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.

We have opportunities for a Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Team based in Guildford. The salary range for Social Workers who have successfully completed their ASYE is £48,633 - £51,624 per annum. This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You: A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker A New Way of Working in Surrey - connecting with local communities and empowering families Surrey's is embedding the Family First Partnership and will launch our new service models in the autumn as part of our ongoing transformation of Children's Services. Working alongside colleagues from our Assessment, Family Safeguarding and Multi-Agency Partnership teams, Family Help will provide a more integrated approach to supporting children, young people and families. This means fewer handovers, stronger relationships and more coordinated support, with teams able to respond flexibly as families' needs change. As you are applying for a role within one of the services coming together to form our new Family Help service, we wanted to make you aware of these exciting developments. Joining us now means you'll have the opportunity to help shape and be part of this new way of working from the very beginning. About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our Good Ofsted judgement, which highlights that our social workers are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About our Family Safeguarding Service Our Family Safeguarding services include responsibility for our Family Safeguarding Model, Child In Need, as well as pre and court proceedings. Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. To help us achieve our ambitions for children and families we are looking for dedicated, and compassionate practitioners who are child focused and committed to relationship-based social work to join us. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our employees, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Why Choose Surrey? Surrey is a large and ambitious local authority meaning we can draw from a range of available resources to support the delivery of our services to children and their families, but that's just part of it. It's our staff that truly make the difference day in day out and we'd like to share with you some of their insights as to why they choose to be part of Surrey Children's social care workforce. Our staff highlighted that you can expect Positive team and colleague relationships - You'll have the opportunity to be part of a team that thrives on positive working relationships, where collaboration with supportive colleagues in your team, across the organisation and with key partners will enable and enrich your practice. Flexibility and work-life balance - We are committed to agile working and trust you to adapt your schedule to suit your needs, balancing this against the need to visit your children and families. It is our expectation that staff attend the office at least 2 days per week. Opportunities and support for professional development - You can benefit from a structured environment that encourages growth and development. You'll have access to ongoing training opportunities via our Surrey Children's Service Academy, including our coaching and mentoring scheme, a well-structured progression pathway, learning opportunities and reflective and task focused supervision. A sense of belonging and familiarity - You'll be part of our welcoming and approachable social work family where you'll be able to draw on the knowledge of established team members to support your understanding of the local area and available resources, working for a team where your individual expertise are valued and where you can have fun together. A focus on wellbeing - We recognise that you are a valuable asset and key to unlocking the positive changes we aspire for with our children and families. The job you do is serious therefore we take your well being seriously and recognise the need for reflective supervision where wellbeing is front and centre of the conversation. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience - at least 1 year UK frontline social work experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model. Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Help transform the lives of women affected by sexual violence across Greater Manchester Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Social Worker (Social Work England Registered) to join our innovative GM Pathfinder Team. This is a unique opportunity to use your social work expertise within a specialist, trauma-informed service supporting women who have experienced sexual violence and who may also be navigating complex mental health, safeguarding and social care challenges. Working across the Greater Manchester Pathfinder Partnership, you will support women accessing services through Greater Manchester Rape Crisis , MASH (Manchester Action on Street Health) and SARA. You will work directly with survivors, carers and partner agencies to identify and address social care needs that may be barriers to recovery and engagement with support. What Makes This Role Different? This is not a traditional statutory social work post . Instead of carrying large statutory caseloads, you'll have the opportunity to work in a preventative, relational and trauma-informed way , helping women overcome barriers to safety, wellbeing and recovery. As part of an innovative partnership model, you'll work across multiple sites and services, collaborating with specialist practitioners from Greater Manchester Rape Crisis, MASH and SARA to provide holistic support for women with complex needs. This role offers the opportunity to: Work within a specialist Violence Against Women and Girls service. Build meaningful, therapeutic relationships with survivors. Use your social work skills creatively and proactively. Work across three leading women's organisations with a shared commitment to improving outcomes for women. Influence practice through consultation, leadership and professional expertise. Develop strong partnerships across health, social care, mental health and voluntary sector services. Focus on empowerment, recovery and prevention while making a lasting difference to women's lives. About the Role As the Pathfinder Social Worker, you will: Assess and identify social care needs that may impact a survivor's recovery from sexual trauma. Support women within partner organisations, community settings and across Greater Manchester. Work collaboratively with statutory and voluntary sector partners to improve outcomes. Provide consultation, guidance and leadership on social care legislation, safeguarding, policy and practice. Contribute to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. Champion trauma-informed, survivor-centred and feminist approaches throughout the service. About You You will be: A qualified and registered Social Worker. Experienced in working with adults who present with complex needs. Knowledgeable about safeguarding, mental health and social care legislation. Passionate about trauma-informed practice and supporting women affected by violence and abuse. A confident practitioner who can build effective partnerships across organisations and sectors. Join Us If you are looking for a role where your social work expertise can make a genuine difference, and where relationships, advocacy and specialist practice are at the heart of the work, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your completed application and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form to . Closing Date Friday 28 August Applications will be reviewed as they are received and active recruitment will take place throughout the advertising period. Early applications are encouraged. Please Note This role is restricted to female applicants under the Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements) of the Equality Act 2010.

Joining our Older Adults Team as a Senior Case Worker is an excellent next step in your career in Social Work. You'll be an integral part of our team providing individuals aged 65 and over with support and guidance to maximise their independence and wellbeing. As well as holding your own diverse caseload, you'll also support with cases with a higher level of complexity and provide guidance to Case Worker colleagues, role modelling best practice and setting an example for high standards of work across the team. What you'll do: Complete assessments and reviews of individuals in the community. Provide support and guidance to individuals to maximise their wellbeing and independence. Collaborate with individuals, their families, providers, and other healthcare professionals to find and signpost to innovative, alternative community resources to meet individuals' needs. Have the confidence and knowledge to make well-informed decisions where appropriate, as well as knowing when a case or situation requires escalation. What we're looking for: Strong communication and relationship management skills. Ability to work with people in difficult circumstances in a compassionate and collaborative way. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Sound IT and record-keeping skills. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Good understanding of the Care Act 2014 and a background in adults' social care. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. Why join us? Career growth: Our experienced Senior Case Workers can be considered for our social work apprenticeship scheme, leading to a career as a Qualified Social Worker. Make a difference and feel proud of the work you do Professional development: Continuous learning, mentoring and supportive supervision. Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other job titles you may be searching for: Social Worker, Welfare Worker, Community Worker, Casework Assistant, Case Manager, Care Manager, Social Work Assistant, Social Work Practitioner, Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Reviewing Officer.