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Eden Brown synergy are currently recruiting for Bedford Council who are looking for Qualified Social Worker - Assessments & Reviews

Job Advert - Bedford - Qualified Social Worker - Assessments & Reviews - £47 p/h
Location: Bedford
Team: Assessments & Reviews (Adult Social Care)
Pay Rate: £47 per hour (Umbrella)
Working Pattern: Full-time - Office-based 3 days per week
Start Date: ASAP
Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence and access to a car essential

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Assessments & Reviews Team in Bedford. This is a senior-level opportunity offering a competitive rate of £47 per hour, ideal for professionals with a strong background in Adult Social Care and complex casework.

This role requires attendance in the office three days per week, with community visits to carry out assessments, reviews, and welfare checks, so a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle is a must.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage a complex caseload, providing high-quality assessments and reviews in line with the Care Act 2014

Lead on safeguarding enquiries, Mental Capacity Assessments, and Best Interests decisions

Promote autonomy, independence, and personalisation in all aspects of care planning and delivery

Contribute to multi-agency working, ensuring service integration and collaborative outcomes

Offer professional guidance and mentoring to less experienced colleagues within the team

Use supervision effectively for reflective practice, personal development, and improved outcomes

Support the Team Manager with service oversight, practice standards, and quality assurance

Essential Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with SWE registration

Proven experience in Adult Social Care - particularly assessments and reviews

In-depth knowledge of:

Care Act 2014

Mental Capacity Act 2005

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)

Strong interpersonal, leadership, and risk assessment skills

Full driving licence and access to a car for visits


If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Richie Johnson at or call on 01756556845

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond

Refer someone who might be interested in & get £300 referral bonus !!

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Bedford Borough Council | £39.50 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Borough Hall, MK42 9AP

Position: Experienced Social Worker

Team: Locality - Family Support Services

Council: Bedford Borough Council

Pay Rate: £39.50 per hour (umbrella)

Contract Type: Locum

Job Location: Borough Hall, MK42 9AP

Working Arrangement: Hybrid (office presence as required)

Start Date: ASAP

Bedford Borough Council is seeking a skilled and dedicated Experienced Social Worker to join their Locality Family Support Services. This is a frontline role, working with children and families through Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), Public Law Outline (PLO) and Care Proceedings up to final orders.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals confident in risk assessment, statutory intervention, and family work to contribute meaningfully to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

Build effective partnerships with children, families, and carers to understand their needs and promote participation in planning and decision-making

Undertake high-quality assessments in line with statutory requirements, anticipating and managing risks to children in complex situations

Plan, deliver, and review tailored interventions to support positive change and stability

Manage a complex caseload independently, demonstrating excellent organisational and time management skills

Maintain accurate and timely case records and produce well-structured reports and analysis

Actively engage in regular supervision for professional reflection and development

Collaborate with multi-agency professionals to ensure coordinated service delivery

Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to professional development and high-quality practice across the team

Work within a strong equality and diversity framework, challenging oppressive practice when necessary

Adhere to HCPC/Social Work England standards and meet the Professional Capabilities Framework at the Experienced Social Worker level

Social Work qualification (BA/MA/DipSW or equivalent)

Social Work England registration

Minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience within statutory children's services

Proven experience with CIN, CP, PLO and Care Proceedings

Strong assessment and analytical skills

Clear, confident communication and report writing abilities

Enhanced DBS (registered to the Update Service preferred)

Ability to work independently and within a team

Access to a vehicle and full UK driving licence preferred

Competitive umbrella pay rate of £39.50 per hour

Direct access to exclusive local authority roles

Personalised support from an experienced social work recruiter

Prompt payroll with reliable payment schedule

Fast and efficient registration process

Referral bonus scheme - earn up to £300 for successful referrals (T&Cs apply)

To apply or learn more about this opportunity, get in touch today:
📧 m.shah @edenbrownsynergy.com
📞 0175 655 6972

We're here to support your next step in social work.

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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking qualified and experienced Associate or Locum Educational Psychologists to join our Extended Educational Psychology Team. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to engage in statutory assessment and tribunal work on a flexible, per-assessment basis.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct statutory psychological assessments for children and young people.

Provide tribunal work as required.

Carry out observational and direct work in person across Central Bedfordshire, with occasional travel for out-of-authority assessments.

Attend meetings (online attendance may be arranged by negotiation).

Ensure all assessment work is completed within a 4-week timeframe from the date of allocation.

Contract Details:

Contracts are assessment-based, with work delivered in person.

Meetings may be conducted online where appropriate.

Payment is per assessment, with rates starting from £1,100 per assessment (equivalent to £550 per day).

Final rates are negotiable based on experience and agreed daily rate.

Why Join Us?

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive per-assessment rates

Opportunities to work as part of a dedicated and experienced team

If you are interested in joining us and contributing to the wellbeing and development of children and young people in Central Bedfordshire, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call on 01147003826

Refer someone who might be interested in this role & get £300 referral bonus!!

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.