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Bradford Council is currently seeking a committed and experienced Fostering Social Worker to join their dedicated team supporting foster carers and vulnerable children across the region.

About the Role:
As a Fostering Social Worker, you will play a key role in recruiting, assessing, supporting, and supervising foster carers, ensuring that looked-after children are provided with safe, nurturing, and stable placements.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete Form F assessments for prospective foster carers

Offer supervision and ongoing support to approved carers

Ensure all statutory checks, visits, and reviews are carried out

Work closely with internal teams and external agencies to deliver best outcomes

Promote permanence and stability for children in care

What We're Looking For:

Qualified Social Worker with experience in fostering or looked-after children

Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and care standards

Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills

Ability to build lasting relationships with carers and professionals

What's on Offer:

Competitive rates

Hybrid working available

Supportive team and management

Ongoing professional development

Interested in supporting families and making a lasting difference in children's lives?

Adarsh Parihar
020 8152 8922
a.parihar@ edenbrownsynergy.com

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.

Bradford Childrens and Families is seeking Senior Social Worker - Corporate Parenting (CIC / LAC)

Key duties of the role include:
* Holding a caseload of Looked after Children
* Undertaking Core Assessments under Section 20
* Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47
* Undertaking Viability Assessments
* Undertaking Kinship Assessments
* Undertaking Risk Assessments
* Liaising/ Working close with partnership agencies to support the families and meet the children/ young people's needs
* Preparing & implementing Care Plans
* Attending court and giving evidence when required
* Obtaining Interim Care Orders/Interim Supervision Orders
* Initiating Care Proceedings
* Completion of Care Proceedings
* Obtaining Special Guardianship Orders
* Producing Child Permanency Reports
* Reviewing Financial payments received by kinship carers/ or carers granted Residence Orders/Special Guardianship Orders
* Preparing looked after children review reports

Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 2 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle

If you are interested in this position, then please let me know or send your updated CV on Or give me a call on 020 8152 8922

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.

Bradford Childrens and Families is seeking Social Worker to Join Looked After Children (CIC) Team

Key duties of the role include:
* Holding a caseload of Looked after Children
* Undertaking Core Assessments under Section 20
* Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47
* Undertaking Viability Assessments
* Undertaking Kinship Assessments
* Undertaking Risk Assessments
* Liaising/ Working close with partnership agencies to support the families and meet the children/ young people's needs
* Preparing & implementing Care Plans
* Attending court and giving evidence when required
* Obtaining Interim Care Orders/Interim Supervision Orders
* Initiating Care Proceedings
* Completion of Care Proceedings
* Obtaining Special Guardianship Orders
* Producing Child Permanency Reports
* Reviewing Financial payments received by kinship carers/ or carers granted Residence Orders/Special Guardianship Orders
* Preparing looked after children review reports

Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 2 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle

If you are interested in this position, then please let me know or send your updated CV on Or give me a call on 020 8152 8922

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.

Eden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting a Qualified Social Worker to join Bradford's Duty & Assessment Team

As a Social Worker within the Assessment Team, you will:
* Undertake preventative work with service users to diminish safeguarding concerns, investigating concerns of significant harm and making appropriate use of legislation to safeguard and promote the welfare of service users
* To provide a Social Work service to individuals, their families and carers by assessing and identifying their needs and meeting them through direct therapeutic work, care planning and management. Be able to integrate a theoretical approach with practice
* Manage a caseload, exercising complex decision making in line with professional criteria and making sure that case work is appropriately planned, critically evaluated and reviewed
* Engage effectively with situations of increasing complexity and challenge including multi-agency input, complex family organizational dynamics, multiple problems/disadvantage, multiple significant risk factors, and the need to take into account the public interest.
* Ensure appropriate care for service users ensuring the best use of existing mainstream and specialist resources, and demonstrating innovation with these resources where appropriate
* Accept responsibility for and supervision of service users who are provided with care services and undertake expert and robust review of such cases
* Provide expert witness and give evidence to court and other relevant bodies as required, including giving evidence in court in proceedings, and including the presentation of reports and applications for appropriate Legal Orders
* Work in partnership with other agencies and organizations, in order to fulfil the provision of a Social Work service, representing the perspective of the organization. Maintain contact with a wide range of statutory and voluntary sector professionals for information exchange, the exercise of judgment and in order to influence outcomes in case planning and decision making
* Contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments, chairing and leading meetings when required and participate in planning meetings and reviews, demonstrating and promoting information sharing within/between organisations
* Mentor newly qualified and less experienced Social Workers to develop their expertise and/or offer placements to Social Work students as a practice educator
* To self-manage your own challenging and demanding workload of cases, seeking support where necessary, and undertake research, and apply knowledge regarding emerging best practice
* Participate in the provision of training throughout the department, assisting in the development of new resources, working on specialist projects and acting as a member of a professional development or service planning group
* Identify and act on your learning needs to participate continuously in professional development opportunities, including regular supervision and appraisal, in line with Social Work registration and HCPC standards
* Apply Social Work ethical principles and values to guide your professional practice and decision making including partnership, consultation and the participation of service users
* Maintain up to date, accurate, concise and purposeful records of work in line with the departmental policy on case recording and access to files, producing high quality assessments that accurately assess and manage higher levels of risk and complexity.
* To act in accordance with the priorities and policies of the department, actively promoting and supporting the council policies on equality and working in an anti-oppressive manner

As a Social Worker within the Assessment Team, you are required to:
* Hold a Social Work England registration
* Be eligible to work in the UK
* Hold a full UK license
* Social Work Qualification, degree or equivalent
* At least 2 years' experience as a social worker within children's services


Interested? Send your CV to Adarsh Parihar at or call 020 8152 8922.

Benefits:
* DBS check covered
* Referral bonuses
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated consultant support

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.

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Advanced Practitioner - to join the Child Protection Team in Bradford .

It's for locality team, CIN, CP and through court proceedings. Sefton area which is Bootle, Southport area, and not far from Manchester, Warrington, Liverpool etc.


Your daily responsibilities will include:

* Holding a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and Children in Need
* Undertaking Initial Assessments under Section 17
* Undertaking Core Assessments under Section 47
* Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47
* Undertaking Parenting Assessments
* Undertaking Risk Assessments
* Completion of Section 7 and 37 reports requested by Family Courts where needed
* Providing Section 17 support to families and children in need
* Carrying out home visits for monitoring purposes/ to promote the welfare of and to safeguard the children
* Liaising/ Working close with partnership agencies to support the families and meet the children/ young peoples needs
* Producing Initial Child Protection Conference reports
* Convening and chairing Core Group Meetings
* Initiating and implementing Child Protection Plans

Essential Requirements:

* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 2 years experience as a social worker within childrens services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle

If you are interested in this position, then please let me know or send your updated CV to A.parihar @edenbrownsynergy.com. Or give me a call on 020 8152 8922

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 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.

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join Locality Team in Bradford .

It's for locality team, CIN, CP and through court proceedings. Sefton area which is Bootle, Southport area, and not far from Manchester, Warrington, Liverpool etc.


Your daily responsibilities will include:

* Holding a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and Children in Need
* Undertaking Initial Assessments under Section 17
* Undertaking Core Assessments under Section 47
* Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47
* Undertaking Parenting Assessments
* Undertaking Risk Assessments
* Completion of Section 7 and 37 reports requested by Family Courts where needed
* Providing Section 17 support to families and children in need
* Carrying out home visits for monitoring purposes/ to promote the welfare of and to safeguard the children
* Liaising/ Working close with partnership agencies to support the families and meet the children/ young peoples needs
* Producing Initial Child Protection Conference reports
* Convening and chairing Core Group Meetings
* Initiating and implementing Child Protection Plans

Essential Requirements:

* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 2 years experience as a social worker within childrens services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle

If you are interested in this position, then please let me know or send your updated CV to A.parihar @edenbrownsynergy.com. Or give me a call on 020 8152 8922

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 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.

Bradford Children and Families Trust | £35 per hour (Umbrella)

Position: Senior Social Worker

Team: Children and Families - Bradford West (Team 4 & Team 1)

Council: Bradford Children and Families Trust

Location: Bradford (Job Location: BD5 0QL)

Contract: 3 Months (with potential extension)

Working Hours: Full-time

Pay Rate: £35 per hour (Umbrella)

Working Pattern: Hybrid - Some on-site attendance required for key meetings or team days

Bradford Children and Families Trust is currently seeking experienced Senior Social Workers to join the Children and Families Team based in Bradford West. The role focuses on working with children, young people, and families to deliver high-quality services and improve outcomes.

You will support children aged 0-18 across a variety of needs, using your skills to ensure child-centred practice and effective intervention. Working collaboratively with colleagues and multi-agency partners, you'll play a key part in safeguarding, assessment, and case planning.

Carry out statutory social work functions under the Children Act 1989 and related legislation

Undertake assessments, develop care plans, and manage complex caseloads

Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to strategy discussions

Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records

Provide support and supervision to less experienced team members when required

Promote permanence, stability, and improved outcomes for children in need or at risk

Work flexibly across teams to meet service requirements and uphold service standards

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration

Minimum 2 years' experience in frontline statutory social work

Proven ability to work within Children and Families services (e.g. CIN, CP, LAC)

Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures, and child development

Competence in hybrid working environments

Ability to manage time effectively and meet performance targets

Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Competitive hourly rates - up to £35 per hour (Umbrella)

A dedicated recruitment consultant to guide and support you

Access to exclusive roles within local authorities

Swift compliance process and consistent updates

Referral bonus - earn up to £300 when you refer a friend (terms apply)

Transparent service with ongoing aftercare

If you're a motivated and experienced social worker looking to make an impact in Bradford, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Email:
📞 Call: 0175 655 6972

Senior Social Worker Bradford, Children and Families Social Work Job, Social Work West Yorkshire, Bradford Council Social Work, Locum Social Worker £35ph, Hybrid social work role Bradford, Children's Social Care Jobs BD5.

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.