17 Foster Partners jobs in the United Kingdom

Social Work

Darlington, North East Frontline

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Approach Social Work

A fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference.

Why choose Approach Social Work?

Make a difference where it matters most

Social work is a career with meaning, development and room to grow.

On this programme, you’ll gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to build a career that makes life better for children.

Get qualified while you train

You’ll work towards your master’s degree during our three-year training programme.

In year one you’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary while training on the job. From year two, you’ll step into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker, earning up to £34,000.

Be supported from day one

Learn on the job with guidance from tutors, experienced social workers and a peer network with career-long support from the Frontline Fellowship.

What you’ll do

As a social worker, you’ll help make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. No two days are the same. Your work might involve things like:

– Visiting children at home or school

– Supporting parents through difficult circumstances

– Working with teachers, health professionals and police

– Using evidence to make complex decisions in children’s best interests

And that’s only part of it. The role is wide-ranging and shaped by the needs of each child you work with. It’s challenging work but when done well, it changes lives.

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Social Work

Oldham, North West Frontline

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Approach Social Work

A fully funded training programme that helps you step into children’s social work with the training, tools and support to make a difference.

Why choose Approach Social Work?

Make a difference where it matters most

Social work is a career with meaning, development and room to grow.

On this programme, you’ll gain the skills, experience and master’s degree to build a career that makes life better for children.

Get qualified while you train

You’ll work towards your master’s degree during our three-year training programme.

In year one you’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary while training on the job. From year two, you’ll step into a paid role as a newly qualified social worker, earning up to £34,000.

Be supported from day one

Learn on the job with guidance from tutors, experienced social workers and a peer network with career-long support from the Frontline Fellowship.

What you’ll do

As a social worker, you’ll help make sure children are safe, supported and able to thrive. No two days are the same. Your work might involve things like:

– Visiting children at home or school

– Supporting parents through difficult circumstances

– Working with teachers, health professionals and police

– Using evidence to make complex decisions in children’s best interests

And that’s only part of it. The role is wide-ranging and shaped by the needs of each child you work with. It’s challenging work but when done well, it changes lives.

For further details regarding your opportunities click to visit our website

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Social Work Assistant

CF5 Fairwater, Wales CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

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Summary Rate: £21.60ph  Duration: 3 Months Contract Working conditions: 37hrs pw. 9am -5pm.  Location: Hospital The Social Work Assistant in the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) for Older People plays a crucial role in delivering comprehensive mental health services to older adults. This position focuses on enhancing the well-being and recovery of individuals through strengths-based, person-centered approaches. The role involves assessing and developing personalized care plans, managing a caseload, and providing direct support to promote independence and resilience. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential to implement effective mental health recovery strategies, working closely with social workers to achieve identified outcomes.ResponsibilitiesPartner with individuals to identify their strengths, needs, and desired outcomes.Support individuals in maximising independence and developing coping skills.Conduct assessments, including well-being and risk assessments, considering outcomes, resources, policy, and legislation.Recommend care and treatment plans to meet identified outcomes using available resources and support networks.Collaborate with social workers to implement, monitor, and review care and support packages.Participate in the team duty rota.Maintain accurate social care records per the Adult Services case recording policy.Manage and prioritise a caseload, providing direct support, advice, and attending relevant meetings.Engage in supervision and report complex issues or safeguarding matters to supervisors or the Team Manager.Develop professional knowledge and skills for quality work and personal development.Participate in supervision, personnel review, team meetings, and service development meetings.Understand and adhere to relevant legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures.Follow the Council’s Corporate Safeguarding Policy and report concerns regarding the safety and well-being of at-risk individuals.Practice in a strengths-based and trauma-informed manner, attending training as available.RequirementsRequirements: Commitment to equality of opportunity as per the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy.Adherence to health and safety legislation, ensuring personal and others' safety.Compliance with the Council’s Corporate Safeguarding Policy, including required safeguarding training.Support the Council’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions and deliver climate-resilient services.Flexibility to undertake additional duties or work times as required, commensurate with the role.Ability to work from various locations as needed.
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Social Work Assistant - Yate

Yate, South West South Gloucestershire Council

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How you'll make a difference

As a Social Work Assistant, you'll be supporting vulnerable local families and their children to make a positive change. Giving the children a voice, you will work with them to express their wishes, thoughts and feelings by delivering support with a focus on what will make the biggest difference to them.


What you will be doing

  • Daily, you will organise and chair review meetings, prepare and share reports, as well as represent young people or the team/service at a variety of meetings relevant to the families allocated to you.
  • Visiting children in a range of settings such as their home or school, you will develop positive relationships and gain an understanding of the child’s lived experiences.
  • Working closely with agencies, providers and family members, you will make sure that we have the right level of multi-agency support around a child and family where there has been a history of domestic abuse.
  • Regularly, you will review plans created by social workers within the Response team and make sure that these are producing good outcomes for children and families.
  • It will be your responsibility to gather and share information to inform reviews, assessments and plans for children and families open to the team, and ensure that the needs, voice and views of the child remain central to all we do.

What we need from you

  • It is essential that you are qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent, or working towards an appropriate qualification related to the provision of services to children and young people.
  • You will have experience of working in a statutory setting with children, young people and families specifically where domestic abuse was a factor.
  • You must have an awareness and experience of risk assessment whilst preparing for and performing a task, and the ability to take appropriate action if risks are identified
  • It will be essential for you to have experience/knowledge of relevant childcare legislation i.e. child protection, regulations and codes of practice, processes and procedures.

What you need to know

  • You will be working 2 days per week for a limited term ending 12 months from the agreed start date.
  • Salary will be pro rata to hours worked.
  • Please note that due to the nature of this role it is a requirement of employment that an enhanced
  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is obtained for this post.
  • 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 or have an alternative means of travel.   
  • Business insurance will need to be added to your current car insurance policy.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 13th November 2025.


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 know our team work best when they have balance in their lives and we offer genuine flexibility  to help them achieve that work/life balance .
  • We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognized for the quality, breadth and depth of our training and development  offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work.
  • 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.    

 
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 working with the most vulnerable in our community to help them achieve what they want in life.
  • We're investing in our schools to ensure every child and young person in South Gloucestershire achieves their full potential.     

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! 

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Lecturer in Social Work

Birmingham, West Midlands Bluetownonline

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Job Title: Lecturer in Social Work

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £38,784 - £43,482 per annum - AC2

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.

The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.

The Role:

The University is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer- in Social Work to join our new and growing team. Social work practice experience is preferred, and we welcome applications from candidates with a background in adults and/or mental health social work.

You will be an engaging and innovative educator, qualified to Postgraduate Diploma or Master's level and registered with Social Work England.

You will be involved in designing and delivering engaging, inclusive teaching that applies theory to real-world Social Work practice. You will also support students through their learning journey, helping them to build confidence and professional practice skills.

You will contribute to the design, delivery and assessment of Social Work modules across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will bring current practice expertise, a student-centred approach, and a passion for collaborative, interprofessional education.

We welcome applicants with academic or practice teaching experience and a desire to support students from diverse backgrounds. Whether you are an experienced lecturer or transitioning from social work practice, we will support your development within our ambitious and supportive environment.

Benefits:

  • Generous allocation of annual leave
    • 38 days' paid leave per year
    • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
  • Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
    • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
  • Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
  • Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
  • Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
  • Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
  • A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
  • Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
  • Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 16th November 2025.

Interview Date - Friday 28th November 2025.

The University is an equal opportunities employer.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with experience of: Lecturer, Social Work Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, University Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, College Lecturer, Senior Academic Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.

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Social Work Team Leader

NR1 1AZ Norwich, Eastern £45000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Work Team Leader to manage and guide a dedicated team of social care professionals. This crucial role involves overseeing case management, ensuring the delivery of high-quality support services to vulnerable individuals and families, and fostering a supportive and effective team environment. You will be responsible for case allocation, supervision, professional development, and ensuring adherence to best practices and legal requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead, manage, and motivate a team of social workers and support staff.
  • Oversee the effective management of complex cases, providing guidance and support to team members.
  • Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with legal frameworks, policies, and professional standards.
  • Conduct regular supervision sessions with team members, focusing on performance, professional development, and well-being.
  • Manage team workloads, ensuring fair allocation of cases and efficient resource utilization.
  • Promote a culture of reflective practice and continuous improvement within the team.
  • Liaise with other agencies and professionals to ensure integrated service delivery.
  • Handle safeguarding concerns and complex client issues with expertise and sensitivity.
  • Contribute to service planning and development initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and administrative documentation.
Qualifications:
  • Qualified Social Worker with a relevant degree (e.g., BA/BSc in Social Work) and current professional registration (e.g., Social Work England).
  • Significant post-qualifying experience in social work, with demonstrable experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
  • Thorough understanding of child protection, adult safeguarding, and relevant legislation.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to manage a team effectively and foster a positive working environment.
  • Strong assessment, planning, and intervention skills.
  • Ability to handle complex and challenging situations with professionalism and resilience.
  • Proficiency in using social care IT systems.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.
This rewarding leadership role is based in **Norwich, Norfolk, UK**, and requires the successful candidate to be present on-site to effectively lead and support their team and ensure the highest standards of care.
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Senior Social Work Manager

G1 2AA Glasgow, Scotland £65000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a respected organization dedicated to improving community well-being, is seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Social Work Manager to lead and develop their crucial social care services. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to manage your team and impact lives from wherever you are based. You will be responsible for overseeing a team of social workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support to vulnerable individuals and families. Your duties will include case management oversight, professional development of staff, implementing best practice guidelines, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and policies. You will play a vital role in developing strategic initiatives to address community needs and improve service delivery. The ideal candidate will hold a professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., CQSW, DIPSW, BA/BSc in Social Work) and have significant post-qualifying experience in a management or supervisory capacity within the social care sector. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a deep understanding of social welfare legislation and safeguarding procedures. You must be adept at managing challenging situations, promoting team cohesion, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Experience in service development, performance management, and budget oversight is highly desirable. If you are passionate about social justice, dedicated to empowering individuals, and possess the leadership skills to make a profound difference, this remote leadership opportunity is for you. Join us in strengthening our communities through dedicated and expert care.
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Clinical Social Work Manager

OX1 3PA Oxford, South East £50000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Social Work Manager to oversee and lead a team of social care professionals in **Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK**. This senior position requires a compassionate leader with a strong commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and families. You will be responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and evaluation of social care programs, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness. This role involves managing a diverse team, providing clinical supervision, professional development, and performance management to ensure optimal service delivery. The successful candidate will work closely with statutory bodies, community partners, and other stakeholders to foster collaborative working relationships and enhance service provision. A key aspect of the role will be to champion best practice in social work, advocating for service users and ensuring their needs are at the forefront of all decision-making. You will also be involved in budget management, resource allocation, and developing innovative solutions to address complex social challenges within the **Oxford** community. Experience in safeguarding, risk assessment, and developing robust care plans is essential. This managerial position demands strong leadership qualities, excellent interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of current social care legislation and policy. You will be expected to contribute to service development, policy formulation, and contribute to research and evaluation initiatives. The role is based primarily in our **Oxford** office, fostering a strong team environment and facilitating direct oversight of operations. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for a professional looking to make a significant impact in the community social care sector.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage a team of clinical social workers, providing supervision and support.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate social care programs and services.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and professional standards.
  • Manage budgets and resources effectively to achieve service objectives.
  • Foster strong working relationships with external agencies and stakeholders.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.
  • Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop appropriate care plans.
  • Oversee safeguarding processes and risk management strategies.
  • Represent the organisation in relevant forums and working groups.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and service development initiatives.
Qualifications:
  • Professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., BA, MA, DipSW) and current professional registration.
  • Significant post-qualifying experience in a social care setting, with demonstrable experience in a management or supervisory role.
  • In-depth knowledge of social care legislation, policies, and best practices.
  • Proven ability in clinical supervision and team management.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
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Social Work Advanced Practitioner

L34 Knowsley, North West CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

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3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • Acting as a Best Interest Assessor (BIA) with signature authority for Best Interest Assessments and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessments.• Supporting Adult Social Care teams by ensuring legal compliance and safeguarding individuals’ rights during complex decision-making processes.• Providing expert judgement on capacity and consent matters relating to deprivation of liberty.Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Conduct and authorise Best Interest Assessments and DoLS assessments in line with relevant legislation.• Review cases to determine whether deprivation of liberty safeguards apply and ensure assessments are accurate and timely.• Liaise with health and social care professionals, legal representatives, and families to gather comprehensive information.• Provide clear, detailed reports and recommendations following assessments.• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, policies, and best practices related to mental capacity and safeguarding.• Uphold confidentiality and manage sensitive information securely.Skills/Experience: • Strong understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and relevant safeguarding legislation.• Experience in assessing capacity and making complex decisions involving deprivation of liberty.• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports.• Ability to work independently, managing a part-time remote workload efficiently.• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.Additional Information: • Qualified Social Care Practitioner with proven experience in Best Interest Assessments and DoLS.• The closing date: 10/10/2025.• Working approximately 2 hours per day remotely.
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Head of Social Work Services

G2 1DU Glasgow, Scotland £65000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking an experienced and compassionate leader to serve as the Head of Social Work Services in Glasgow, Scotland, UK . This senior management role is crucial for overseeing and developing high-quality social care services, ensuring the well-being and safety of vulnerable individuals and communities. You will lead a dedicated team, implement best practices, and contribute to strategic planning within the social care sector.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide strategic leadership and operational management for all social work teams and services.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor policies and procedures to ensure effective and ethical service delivery.
  • Manage budgets effectively, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
  • Oversee staff recruitment, training, professional development, and performance management.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and standards.
  • Foster strong relationships with partner agencies, local authorities, and community stakeholders.
  • Champion a person-centred approach to care, promoting the rights and dignity of service users.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality and outcomes.
  • Respond to complex cases and provide expert advice and support to social work staff.
  • Represent the organisation in relevant forums and committees.
Qualifications:
  • Recognised professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., BA/BSc/MA/MSc in Social Work) and current registration with the relevant professional body (e.g., Social Work England, Scottish Social Services Council).
  • Significant post-qualifying experience in social work, with substantial experience in a leadership or management role.
  • In-depth knowledge of social care legislation, policy, and best practices in the UK.
  • Proven ability to manage complex budgets and resources effectively.
  • Strong leadership, team-building, and motivational skills.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing change and driving service improvement.
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk.
  • A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for some duties.
This hybrid role offers a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on leadership, providing flexibility while ensuring essential on-site presence in Glasgow, Scotland, UK . Join us in making a profound difference in the lives of those we serve.
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