Job Search

Family & Systemic Psychotherapist (UKCP Registered) - Children & Families

Southend-on-Sea City Council | Family Help Service
📍 Southend-on-Sea, Essex | 💰 £46,142 - £52,413 | 🏡 Hybrid Working | 🕒 Full-Time, Permanent

Shape the Future of Family Help Services

Southend-on-Sea City Council is looking for a UKCP Registered Family & Systemic Psychotherapist to join its innovative Multi-Disciplinary Family Help Service as part of the Families First transformation programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape a developing service while delivering specialist systemic psychotherapy and trauma-informed interventions to children, young people, and families facing complex challenges. Working closely with Social Workers, Family Help Teams, and multi-agency partners, you will play a key role in improving outcomes, reducing risk, and supporting children to remain safely within their families wherever possible.

The Role

You will:

Deliver specialist systemic psychotherapy and trauma-informed interventions to children and families.Provide expert consultation, guidance, and reflective practice to practitioners and managers.Lead and support high-quality risk assessments, safety planning, and safeguarding interventions.Work with families affected by domestic abuse, substance misuse, mental health difficulties, and complex safeguarding concerns.Promote systemic, strengths-based, and evidence-informed practice across Children's Services.Contribute to service development and the embedding of systemic principles across the organisation.Essential Requirements

✅ Degree/Masters in Family & Systemic Psychotherapy

✅ UKCP Registration as a Family & Systemic Psychotherapist

✅ AFT-accredited qualifying training

✅ Significant experience working with children, young people, and families

✅ Strong safeguarding, child protection, risk assessment, and multi-agency working experience

✅ Excellent communication, consultation, and relationship-building skills

Please note: Applications will only be considered from candidates who hold both a Family & Systemic Psychotherapy qualification and current UKCP registration.

Why Join?

⭐ Help shape a brand-new therapeutic service

⭐ Make a real impact on vulnerable children and families

⭐ Work within a supportive multi-disciplinary team

⭐ Hybrid working opportunities available

⭐ Ongoing professional development and career growth

Apply Now

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Mayur Rabari
Delivery Consultant | Eden Brown Synergy

📞 0114 700 3804
📧 m.rabari @edenbrownsynergy.com

Family & Systemic Psychotherapist, Systemic Family Therapist, UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, Children's Services, Family Help, Safeguarding, Child Protection, Trauma-Informed Practice, Family Therapy Jobs, Southend-on-Sea, Essex Jobs.

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.

Read less

Team Manager - Looked After Children (LAC) Team

Permanent Position | Southend-on-Sea
Salary: £53,000 - £59,000 per annum
SWE Registration Required

Are you an experienced and passionate social work professional looking to take the next step in your leadership career? We are seeking a dedicated Team Manager to lead our Looked After Children (LAC) Team in Southend-on-Sea.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people in care.

The Role

As Team Manager, you will provide effective leadership, supervision, and support to a team of social workers and practitioners responsible for children and young people who are looked after. You will drive high-quality practice, ensure statutory responsibilities are met, and champion positive outcomes for children and families.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing and developing a high-performing LAC team.
Providing professional supervision, guidance, and support to social workers.
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Monitoring performance and quality assurance standards.
Promoting safeguarding and child-centred practice.
Working collaboratively with partner agencies and stakeholders.

Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must have:

Current Social Work England (SWE) registration - essential.
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent).
Significant post-qualification experience within Childrens Services, particularly Looked After Children.
Previous management or supervisory experience within a social work setting.
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding practices, and care planning.
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
Whats on Offer?
Competitive salary of £53,000 - £59,000 per annum.
Permanent, full-time position.
Supportive leadership and collaborative working environment.
Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.
The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.

If you are a motivated and experienced social work leader with a passion for improving outcomes for looked after children, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our dedicated team in Southend-on-Sea and help shape brighter futures for children and young people.

Don't forget...Eden Brown Synergy offers a £250 referral bonus for Social Workers. If this role isn't for you but you know someone suitable, ask them to get in touch. £250 could be on it's way to you! Your expert recruitment consultant is Becky Dewis, call today on 020 7422 7429 or email [email protected] Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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.

Read less

Qualified Social Worker - Ageing Well Adults Community Team

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council

Eden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker (Permanent) to join the Ageing Well Adults Community Team within Southend-on-Sea Borough Council.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join a forward-thinking service focused on promoting independence, wellbeing, and strengths-based practice within adult social care.

SWE REGISTERED

About the Role

You will be working within the Ageing Well Service, supporting older adults and adults with mental ill health across Southend-on-Sea (including out-of-borough cases). The role focuses on promoting independence, reducing reliance on long-term care, and enabling individuals to remain within their communities wherever possible.

You will:

Undertake strengths-based assessments and care planningPromote independence, resilience, and community-based supportWork in partnership with health colleagues, GPs, hospitals, and community organisationsCarry out safeguarding enquiries, Mental Capacity Act assessments, and (where required) DoLS workSupport individuals to achieve personalised outcomes using a person-centred approachContribute to innovative and collaborative multi-agency workingSalary & BenefitsSalary: £39,152 - £45,091Hybrid working (minimum 2 days on site)Permanent opportunity within a supportive teamProfessional development opportunities including AMHP, Practice Educator, and Best Interest Assessor pathwaysBenefits of working with Eden Brown SynergyDBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown SynergyReferral bonus if you refer a colleague or friendBonus for finding your own jobTwice weekly payrollDedicated recruitment consultant supporting you throughout your job search, employment, and beyondHow to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to:

Shristi Yadav
📧
📞 0114 700 3826

Or call for more information.

Referral Bonus

Refer someone who might be interested in this role and receive a £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.

Read less

Join Southend-on-Sea City Council as a Team Manager - Kinship Fostering

Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Social Work England (SWE) registered Team Manager to lead our Kinship Fostering Service on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and families. Located on the Essex coast, Southend-on-Sea offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant seaside city with excellent transport links to London, affordable coastal living, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community.

As a Team Manager within our Kinship Fostering Service, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring children are supported to remain within their wider family networks wherever it is safe and appropriate to do so.

Essential Requirements

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet all of the following criteria:

Qualified Social Worker with a recognised social work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent).
Current Social Work England (SWE) registration.
Significant and demonstrable management experience within a Kinship Fostering Service.
Extensive knowledge of kinship care legislation, regulations, assessments, support planning, and permanency planning.
Proven experience leading and developing teams within a kinship fostering environment.
Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, fostering standards, and statutory responsibilities.

Please note: This role requires substantial and direct Kinship Fostering experience. Candidates without dedicated kinship experience will not be shortlisted. Transferable experience from other fostering, looked after children, safeguarding, assessment, or childrens social work teams will not be considered as a substitute for kinship expertise.

About the Role

You will provide strategic and operational leadership to the Kinship Fostering Team, ensuring high-quality services are delivered to children, carers, and families. Responsibilities include:

Leading and managing a team of social workers and practitioners.
Overseeing kinship assessments and support plans.
Ensuring compliance with fostering regulations, legislation, and best practice.
Driving service improvement and performance management.
Providing supervision, coaching, and professional development to team members.
Working collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve the best outcomes for children.
Why Join Southend-on-Sea City Council?
Permanent leadership opportunity within a dedicated Kinship Fostering Service.
Competitive salary of £53,460 - £58,959.
Supportive and collaborative leadership culture.
Commitment to workforce development and continuous professional learning.
Flexible working opportunities.
Generous annual leave entitlement and Local Government Pension Scheme.
Opportunity to work in a thriving coastal city with excellent amenities and transport connections to London.

If you are an experienced Kinship Fostering Team Manager looking to make a lasting impact within a progressive local authority, we would welcome your application.

Only candidates with direct Kinship Fostering experience and current SWE registration will be considered.

Don't forget...Eden Brown Synergy offers a £250 referral bonus for Social Workers. If this role isn't for you but you know someone suitable, ask them to get in touch. £250 could be on it's way to you! Your expert recruitment consultant is Becky Dewis, call today on 020 7422 7429 or email [email protected] Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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.

Read less

We have an exciting agency opportunity for a Senior Practitioner - Adoption in Southend-on-Sea.

Role Details:

Position: Agency Senior Practitioner - AdoptionLocation: Southend-on-SeaHours: 30 hours per weekPay Rate: £41.50/hourEssential: Must have current adoption experience

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled social worker with adoption experience to make a real difference for children and families.

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV to Adarsh Parihar at or call 020 8152 8922.

Essential Requirements:

Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalentSocial Work England RegistrationAt least 3 years' experience in children's servicesDriving license and access to own vehicle

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:

DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown SynergyReferral bonus for recommending a colleague or friendBonus for finding your own roleTwice-weekly payrollDedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your job search and career

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.

Read less

Social Worker - Assessment & Intervention Team
Southend-on-Sea City Council
Rate: £38 per hour
Location: Southend-on-Sea (Candidates must be based within Essex)

Southend-on-Sea City Council is currently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Assessment & Intervention (A&I) Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and well-structured service with manageable caseloads and a clear working model.

Role Details:Pay Rate: £38 per hourCaseload: 12-15 casesWorking Requirement: Must be based within EssexDriving: Essential - access to own vehicle requiredWorking Pattern:Social Workers are required to be office-based during duty weekIn the following two weeks, you will be part of a backup duty rotaDuring this period, you may be required to attend the office for 1-2 daysAbout the Role:

You will be working within a fast-paced Assessment & Intervention Team, undertaking statutory assessments and managing safeguarding concerns to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and families.

Key responsibilities include:

Completing Child and Family AssessmentsManaging Child in Need and Child Protection casesResponding to safeguarding concerns and undertaking Section 47 enquiriesWorking closely with partner agencies to deliver effective interventionsMaintaining accurate and timely case recordingsRequirements:Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registrationCurrent experience within an Assessment & Intervention team (essential)Strong understanding of safeguarding and statutory processesAbility to manage a caseload effectively and work under pressureMust live within Essex and be able to attend the office as required

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority offering structured support, manageable caseloads, and a clear working pattern.

Essential Requirements:Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalentAt least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's servicesSocial Work England RegistrationDriving license and access to own vehicle

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Adarsh Parihar at or call on 020 8152 8922.

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown SynergyReferral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to usBonus for finding your own jobTwice weekly payrollDedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.

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.

Read less

Ageing Well Community Social Worker - Permanent
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
£39,892 - £45,091 per annum
Full-Time | Permanent

SWE REGISTERED

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Social Worker to join the Ageing Well Community Team in Southend-on-Sea.

The Ageing Well Service provides assessment and review functions for older adults, including those experiencing mental ill health. This role is key to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and supporting individuals to maintain independence within their communities.

Key Responsibilities:

Undertake person-centred assessments and reviewsSupport older adults to remain independent and avoid long-term residential careWork collaboratively with health professionals and partner agenciesEmpower individuals and carers to build on their strengths and self-managePromote community engagement and interdependence

This is a fantastic opportunity to act as a "change agent" and make a real difference in people's lives.

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:

DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown SynergyReferral bonus if you refer a colleague or friendBonus for finding your own jobTwice weekly payrollDedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your job search and beyond

Interested?
Please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at
Or call 0114 700 3826 for more information

Know someone suitable?
Refer them and receive a £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.

Read less

Eden Brown Synergy are seeking experienced Social Workers to join the Children Looked After (CLA/LAC) Team at Southend-on-Sea City Council.

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker Lac
Location: Victoria Ave, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6ER
Pay Rate: £38 per hour

Role Overview:
As a Social Worker in the LAC Team, you will support children looked after, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and development. You will manage your own caseload, work directly with children and families, and make sure each child's voice is central to all decisions.

Key Requirements:

Must be currently working in LAC/CLAAvailable to start within 2-3 weeks (candidates on 4 weeks' notice cannot be considered)Must reside within Essex bordersMust have access to a car and be able to drive

Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle
If you're interested in this role, please reply with your updated CV and earliest available start date.

Alternatively, feel free to contact me directly on 0113 526 7293 or via email at .

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.

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.

Read less