Social Worker - Children's Disability Service - Blackburn

Added 13/06/2025

Blackburn with Darwen Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Social Worker to join the Children's Disability Service. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dedicated and supportive team making a real difference to the lives of children and young people with complex needs.Based at Duke Street, with hybrid working available, you will work alongside experienced Social Workers and Child Support Officers to support children and young people with severe and profound disabilities, as well as their siblings.Key Responsibilities:Managing a caseload across the continuum of Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Looked After Children (LAC)Working...

Adults Social Worker- Learning Disability and Autism Service

Added 12/05/2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Adults Social Worker to be part of a Learning Disability and Autism Service team at Bath and North East Somerset Council. This role is full time and you will benefit from working within a friendly, welcoming and professional team. You will receive a competitive salary whilst being able to promote independence for service users. You will be completing Care Act Assessments and reviews, carrying out Mental Capacity Assessments and proceed with support planning through their brokerage service. The work will consist of annual reviews, unscheduled review or carrying out First Care Act Assessments....

Learning Disability and Autism Service

Added 28/04/2025

This will be completing Care Act Assessments and Reviews, carrying out Mental Capacity assessments and proceed with support planning through our Brokerage service.This is targeted work on our longest wait's from our waiting list whether that be for an annual review, unscheduled review or first Care Act Assessment.Previous experience of working within Learning Disabilities and Autism required Previous experience of using Liquid Logic preferredThis will be working within Bath and North East Somerset. Due to the client group, the majority of visits/assessments will be face to face so access to a car is essential and ability to work in county...

Blackburn - QSW - Duty, Assessment & CIN Team

Added 03/06/2025

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join our Duty, Assessment & Child in Need (CIN) Team in Blackburn. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families in need. Key responsibilities and duties include: Responding to safeguarding concerns and conducting initial assessments Undertaking comprehensive assessments of children and families to determine their needs Developing and implementing care plans in partnership with service users and other professionals Participating in multi-agency meetings and case conferences Providing support and guidance to families to...

Blackburn - QSW - Adult Safeguarding Hybrid

Added 24/04/2025

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is seeking a Qualified Social Worker with significant experience in Adult Safeguarding to join their dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and experienced practitioner to make a real impact in a fast-paced and supportive environment. Role Overview: As part of the Adult Safeguarding team, you will: Lead on safeguarding investigations under the Care Act 2014 Work collaboratively with partners across health, housing, and the voluntary sector Carry a caseload of complex cases requiring high levels of professional judgement Provide safeguarding advice, guidance, and support to other professionals Requirements: Qualified Social Worker...

Children's SW - CWD Team - Blackburn

Added 14/06/2025

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Children's Social Worker to join our CWD Team in Blackburn. As a vital member of the team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children with disabilities and their families. Key responsibilities and duties: Undertaking assessments to identify the needs of children with disabilities and their families. Developing and implementing care plans in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. Providing ongoing support and intervention to ensure the well-being and safety of children. Participating in case conferences and reviews to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments. Advocating for the rights and...

Social Worker - Duty, Assessment & CIN Team - Blackburn

Added 02/06/2025

Blackburn with Darwen Children's Services who have recently been graded 'good' in its full ILACS Ofsted inspection, require a full time agency social worker to cover in its Duty, Assessment & CIN Service as soon as possible. The candidate will have at least 3 years post qualification experience in Duty and Assessment and/or longer term Safeguarding/CP/Court work. The candidate must have a SWE registration and be a car driver, with previous experience of the use of Protocol Liquid Logic an advantage but not essential. You must have good communication skills and be a team worker with the ability to work...

Social Worker - Children in Care (LAC/CIC) Team - Blackburn

Added 30/05/2025

We are currently seeking an experienced Social worker to join the Children in Our Care (LAC/CIC) service for Blackburn with Darwen Council. Roles & Responsibilities * Holding a caseload of Looked after Children * Undertaking Core Assessments * Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries * Undertaking Viability Assessments * Undertaking Kinship Assessments * Undertaking Risk Assessments * Producing Annex B reports * Undertaking Regulation 38 Assessments * Undertaking Special Guardian Assessments * Liaising/ Working close with partnership agencies to support the families and meet the children/ young peoples needs * Preparing & implementing Care Plans * Attending court and giving evidence when...

Children's SW Pre-proceedings & Parenting Assessment - Blackburn

Added 30/05/2025

Blackburn with Darwen Children's Services, recently rated 'Good' in their full ILACS Ofsted inspection, are seeking experienced Social Workers to join their Safeguarding and Support Team on an agency basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive local authority committed to high standards and positive outcomes for children and families. Role Overview: You will primarily focus on conducting parenting assessments within pre-proceedings, with occasional involvement in care proceedings. This is a fast-paced role that requires strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of safeguarding practice. Key Requirements: * Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience in Children's Services * Ability...

Children's Safeguarding/CP Social Worker - Blackburn

Added 30/05/2025

Eden Brown Synergy is Looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join the longer term Safeguarding/CP/Court work Team for Blackburn with Darwen Council. Responsibilities: * Holding a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and Children in Need * Undertaking Initial Assessments * Undertaking Core Assessments * Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries * Undertaking Pre-Birth Assessments * Undertaking Parenting Assessments * Undertaking assessments * Undertaking Risk Assessments * Completion of Section 7 reports requested by Family Courts * Completion of Section 37 reports requested by Family Courts * Providing Section 17 support to families and children in need * Carrying...

Team Manager - Children's Safeguarding Team- Blackburn

Added 29/04/2025

Team Manager - Safeguarding and Support Service Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council Location: 10 Duke Street, Blackburn Rate: £46 per hour (Umbrella) Working Arrangement: Hybrid Contract: Full-time, temporary agency assignment Blackburn with Darwen Childrens Services, recently rated Good by Ofsted following its full ILACS inspection, is currently seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead a small, dynamic team within their Safeguarding and Support service. In this crucial leadership role, you will oversee the delivery of statutory social work functions, including Child Protection, Pre-Proceedings, Care Proceedings, and management of transfers from Duty and Assessment teams. You will provide critical supervision, direction,...

Blackburn - Full time AMHP £35-39PH

Added 11/04/2025

Blackburn with Darwen Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced AMHP to join their Mental Health Services on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident professional to play a vital role in crisis response and safeguarding adults in mental health crisis. Role Overview As an AMHP, you will: Undertake statutory duties under the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended) Coordinate Mental Health Act assessments and ensure legal compliance Work in close collaboration with health professionals, emergency services, and families Promote safeguarding, independence, and person-centred approaches Support the delivery of high-quality, responsive mental health services across the...

Childrens Social Worker - Out of Hours Team - Stockport

Added 13/06/2025

Stockport Council is looking for experienced Social Workers to join their Out of Hours (OOH) Service, providing an effective and timely response to urgent situations outside standard business hours. You will work as part of a well-established, highly experienced team delivering statutory social care functions. The team benefits from regular Team Manager support and an On-Call Service Lead.Key Responsibilities:Responding to urgent notifications involving vulnerable children and adults at risk of harmCarrying out statutory duties including Section 47 investigations and adult safeguardingCoordinating emergency placements for children (including PACE beds) and adultsCompleting welfare checks and visits as requiredExercising sound decision-making in high-pressure...

Childrens Social Worker Duty & Assessment - Worcestershire

Added 10/06/2025

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated social worker in Duty & Assessment team in Worcestershire County Council. Your daily responsibilities will include: * Undertaking Initial Assessments under Section 17 * Undertaking Core Assessments under Section 47 * Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47 * Undertaking Pre-Birth Assessments under Section 47 * Undertaking assessments using the Common Assessment Framework * Undertaking Risk Assessments * Applying for and obtaining Emergency Protection Orders * Preparing and presenting case conference reports * Applying for and obtaining Emergency Protection Orders Essential Requirements: * Social Work Qualification - Degree or...

Childrens Social Worker - Duty Hub - Staffordshire

Added 06/06/2025

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated social worker in Duty Hub team in Staffordshire County Council based at South Staffs District Council Offices. Duties and Responsibilities: Your daily responsibilities will include: * Undertaking Initial Assessments under Section 17 * Undertaking Core Assessments under Section 47 * Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47 * Undertaking Pre-Birth Assessments under Section 47 * Undertaking assessments using the Common Assessment Framework * Undertaking Risk Assessments * Applying for and obtaining Emergency Protection Orders * Preparing and presenting case conference reports * Applying for and obtaining Emergency Protection Orders...