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Department:  Academic/Oxford Brookes University partnership (OBU)

Location: Manchester  - On site

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract:  Part-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week) - (N.B. sponsorship is not offered for this role)

Our Vision:  Changing lives through education.

The Role:  We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our BSc (Hons) Health, Wellbeing & Social Care  programme with our Oxford Brookes University partnership (OBU). Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends.

What you'll be doing:  As a Lecturer in Health, Wellbeing & Social Care at Global Banking School, you will deliver management related modules in the above areas. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials, undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students and keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices. 

Responsibilities include: 

• All aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met
• Developing, updating, and improving course materials as appropriate
• Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials
• Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties
• Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices 
• Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression

About you:  

• You will hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
• You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
• You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter
• You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
• You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
• You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
• You will be able to work with diverse groups of people

Desirable:

• You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
• You will have experience of design / development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent

What we offer: 

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more
• discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

“GBS has greatly supported my professional development by offering me a chance to teach diverse, non-traditional students and by sponsoring my FHEA application, which has been invaluable in consolidating my teaching practices.” 

— John Traichaisit, Consultant Lecturer

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.

Department:  Academic/Oxford Brookes University partnership (OBU)

Location: Manchester  - On site

Salary: £51,000

Type of Contract:  Part-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week) - (N.B. sponsorship is not offered for this role)

Our Vision:  Changing lives through education.

The Role:  We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our BSc (Hons) Health, Wellbeing & Social Care  programme with our Oxford Brookes University partnership (OBU). Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends.

What you'll be doing:  As a Lecturer in Health, Wellbeing & Social Care at Global Banking School, you will deliver management related modules in the above areas. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials, undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students and keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices. 

Responsibilities include: 

• All aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met
• Developing, updating, and improving course materials as appropriate
• Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials
• Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties
• Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices 
• Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression

About you:  

• You will hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
• You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
• You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter
• You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
• You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
• You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
• You will be able to work with diverse groups of people

Desirable:

• You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
• You will have experience of design / development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent

What we offer: 

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more
• discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

“GBS has greatly supported my professional development by offering me a chance to teach diverse, non-traditional students and by sponsoring my FHEA application, which has been invaluable in consolidating my teaching practices.” 

— John Traichaisit, Consultant Lecturer

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.

Department:  Academic/Oxford Brookes University partnership (OBU)

Location: Manchester  - On site

Type of Contract:  Part-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week) - (N.B. sponsorship is not offered for this role)

About Us : GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

Our Vision:  Changing lives through education.

What We Do:   GBS is a higher education provider, working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers to offer a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. As part of our partnership with OBU, we offer a wide range of modern courses across business and health. The academic standards at OBU have also recently led to being ranked as one of the UK’s top 50 institutions, with the ambition of climbing even further in the years to come. 

The Role:  We are currently seeking Lecturers to teach across a range of undergraduate levels as part of our BSc (Hons) Health, Wellbeing & Social Care  programme. Due to our delivery model, we require flexibility to teach during weekdays, evenings and at weekends.

What you'll be doing:  As a Lecturer in Health, Wellbeing & Social Care at Global Banking School, you will deliver management related modules in the above areas. You will develop and deliver comprehensive course materials, undertake all aspects of learning, teaching and assessment of students and keep up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices. 

Responsibilities include: 

• All aspects of planning, delivering, and assessing student work, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met
• Developing, updating, and improving course materials as appropriate
• Using a variety of learning and teaching methods/materials
• Actively engaging in staff development activities, peer observations, meetings and other administrative duties
• Understanding and keeping up to date with latest developments in your field and student support practices 
• Working towards a range of clearly defined objectives for student attendance, continuation, completion, satisfaction and student progression

About you:  

• You will hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject area (PhD desirable)
• You will have previous UK HE lecturing experience in the wider subject area
• You will be able to demonstrate extensive knowledge of relevant subject matter
• You will have experience supervising student work and providing support and feedback
• You will have experience of accurate reporting and ability to maintain thorough and organised student records
• You will be able to work under pressure, plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines
• You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills
• You will be able to work with diverse groups of people

Desirable:

• You will hold a Postgraduate Certificate of Academic Practice or equivalent teaching qualification (or commitment to enrol on a teaching programme during the probationary period and complete within three years) or Fellowship of HEA (or international equivalent)
• You will have experience of design / development of academic or professional education programmes or equivalent

What we offer: 

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holiday
• 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme and much more
• discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

“GBS has greatly supported my professional development by offering me a chance to teach diverse, non-traditional students and by sponsoring my FHEA application, which has been invaluable in consolidating my teaching practices.” 

— John Traichaisit, Consultant Lecturer

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.

Children’s Social Worker | Fully Office-Based
Pay: up to £35 per hour | 35 hours per week | Free On-Site Parking

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join our frontline services on a full-time basis. This is a fully office-based role where you’ll be working directly with children and young families, supporting them across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children services.

You will carry an average caseload of 16 children , ensuring that your time and focus can be dedicated to delivering a high-quality and child-focused service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake assessments, planning, and interventions for children in need, child protection, and looked after children
• Manage pre-proceedings and work confidently within legal frameworks, including private and public law, and adoption proceedings
• Prepare clear, evidence-based reports for court and contribute to planning for permanency
• Maintain accurate case records in line with statutory and departmental requirements
• Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children

What You’ll Need:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Previous frontline experience in CIN, CP, and LAC services
• Strong knowledge of pre-proceedings and legal frameworks
• Must be a car driver with a full UK driving licence
• Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills

Contract Details:

• Pay: up to £5 per hour
• Hours: 35 per week, Monday – Friday, 08:45 – 16:30
• Fully office-based role
• Free on-site parking

For more information about this role, contact Ellis Russell at Sheldon Phillips:
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Refer a friend and earn £300 f we place them! (T&Cs apply)

Children’s Social Worker | Fully Office-Based
Pay: up to £35 per hour | 35 hours per week | Free On-Site Parking

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join our frontline services on a full-time basis. This is a fully office-based role where you’ll be working directly with children and young families, supporting them across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children services.

You will carry an average caseload of 16 children , ensuring that your time and focus can be dedicated to delivering a high-quality and child-focused service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake assessments, planning, and interventions for children in need, child protection, and looked after children
• Manage pre-proceedings and work confidently within legal frameworks, including private and public law, and adoption proceedings
• Prepare clear, evidence-based reports for court and contribute to planning for permanency
• Maintain accurate case records in line with statutory and departmental requirements
• Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children

What You’ll Need:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Previous frontline experience in CIN, CP, and LAC services
• Strong knowledge of pre-proceedings and legal frameworks
• Must be a car driver with a full UK driving licence
• Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills

Contract Details:

• Pay: up to £5 per hour
• Hours: 35 per week, Monday – Friday, 08:45 – 16:30
• Fully office-based role
• Free on-site parking

For more information about this role, contact Ellis Russell at Sheldon Phillips:
(phone number removed)
(url removed)

Refer a friend and earn £300 f we place them! (T&Cs apply)

Child Protection Social Worker - Rochdale - 39ph

Location : Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Rate : Up to 39.00 per hour (Umbrella) - depending on experience
Hours : 37 hours per week - Full-time
Contract Type: Agency / Temporary

Rochdale Family Support and Protection Service Needs You!

We're working with Rochdale Borough Council to recruit enthusiastic, skilled, and experienced Social Workers to join the Family Support and Protection Service (Child Protection Team).

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of Rochdale's exciting transition to the Family Safeguarding Model - a multi-disciplinary, whole-family approach to improving outcomes for children. As part of this transformation, you'll work in co-located teams with specialist practitioners, providing early, coordinated, and effective interventions.

What You'll Do

• Manage a Child Protection caseload, undertaking assessments, care planning, and direct work with children and families.
• Carry out Section 47 enquiries, Child in Need and Child Protection assessments, and contribute to care proceedings where required.
• Work closely with multi-disciplinary colleagues (including domestic abuse, substance misuse, and mental health specialists).
• Contribute to family safeguarding meetings and ensure a strong whole-family approach to interventions.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely case records in line with Rochdale Council policies.
• Participate in reflective supervision and ongoing professional development.

About You

We're looking for a confident and compassionate practitioner with a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker (CQSW, DipSW, CSS, or Social Work Degree).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Child Protection and Care Proceedings.
• Sound knowledge of Children's Social Care legislation, child development, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Strong analytical, communication, and recording skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Rochdale

• Rochdale is at the forefront of innovation in children's services - this is an opportunity to be part of genuine service transformation.
• In return for your commitment, you'll receive:
• Competitive rate up to 39 per hour (Umbrella).
• Manageable caseloads (20-23 children, reducing to 17 as teams expand).
• Flexible working patterns to support your family life.
• Regular reflective supervision and access to senior support.
• Excellent training and development, including motivational interviewing.
• A modern, award-winning working environment and agile working arrangements.
• A welcoming and collaborative team that values agency staff as integral contributors.

Additional Information

• Enhanced DBS required.
• Must be able to work office-based in Rochdale as required.
• References and right-to-work checks will be completed prior to start.

How to Apply

If you're an experienced Child Protection Social Worker ready to join a forward-thinking, family-focused service, we'd love to hear from you.

Click "Apply Now" or contact Caritas Recruitment for an informal, confidential discussion about this and other opportunities across Greater Manchester.

Or contact me directly

Usman Hameed

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Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and circumstances.
• Develop, implement, and review effective care and support plans.
• Manage a complex caseload, providing direct support and interventions.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, including safeguarding.
• Provide mentorship, supervision, and guidance to junior social care staff.
• Participate in case conferences and multi-agency meetings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and reports.
• Advocate for service users' rights and needs.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Recognised social work qualification (e.g., BA in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW).
• Significant post-qualifying experience in social care practice.
• Proven experience in assessment, care planning, and case management.
• Strong knowledge of social care legislation, policies, and best practices.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior staff.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
• Commitment to professional development and ethical practice.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and family needs.
• Develop and implement effective care and protection plans.
• Undertake statutory social work duties, including investigations and court appearances.
• Provide case management and support to vulnerable children and families.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records using digital systems.
• Offer guidance and mentorship to junior social work staff.

• Degree in Social Work (e.g., BA, BSc) or equivalent qualification.
• Registered Social Worker with the relevant professional body (e.g., Social Work England).
• Minimum 5 years of post-qualifying experience in children's services or a related field.
• Thorough knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Proven experience in managing complex and high-risk cases.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and IT skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote environment.