children's services jobs in Gateshead

Are you looking to make a difference to a Young person’s life? That’s exactly what you’ll do with us at Paragon Social Care as one of our brilliant Children’s Support Workers as holiday cover during some of busiest times that are harder for us to fill! Whether you’re bringing experience or looking for a brand-new challenge, this is your chance to make a real impact on the lives of the children...

You will be responsible for working with young people who are looked after and care experienced.

You will provide an assessment of needs for young people who are preparing to leave care and develop a pathway plan to meet these needs.

You will work closely with partners as corporate parents to support children in developing their life skills and working towards their aspirations.

We are seeking an experienced senior nurse to join our Nursing, Midwifery and Quality Directorate as Named Nurse for Safeguarding Children (Band 8a) . This is a Trust-wide leadership role with responsibility for providing strategic and operational oversight of safeguarding children and child protection practice across acute and community services. Working closely with the Named Doctor, Named...

You must hold current registration with Social Work England. Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker, particularly within Children in Need. Gateshead offers the perfect backdrop for this fulfilling role. With its rich cultural scene, stunning landscapes, and warm community spirit, it's not only a great place to work but also a fantastic place to live.

Closing Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025 at 23:59pm. Salary: £25,000 pro-rated for 22.5 hours per week. Location: This post is based at Children North East, 14 Regent Terrace, Gateshead, NE8 1LU but you will be required to work from Newcastle Safe Haven premises also as required. Contract Type: A normal working week 22.5 hours per week which is part-time against full-time hours of 37. This...

You will ensure the welfare and care of each child, and give guidance to and support the wider staff team. What work for Compass? Receive a £100 bonus for achieving a 'Good' Ofsted outcome for the home and a £200 bonus for achieving 'Outstanding'. Receive £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years) and £600 (10 years) service awards, plus up to £500 special recognition award for outstanding practice.

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Named Nurse for Safeguarding Children to provide strategic leadership in safeguarding practices. This role involves collaboration with various professionals, delivering training, and ensuring compliance with statutory duties. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, significant safeguarding experience, and leadership...

About the role: To holistically support Children & Young People affected by familial substance use, using a range of interventions including group work, 1:1 work,In collaboration with our adult service provide whole family interventions, safety planning and safeguarding working closely and proactively with the family unit to support positive and sustainable outcomes.Identify families in...

Trainer - Children's Residential Services / Learning & Development Partner Salary: c. £35,000 - £40,000 (DOE) Hours: 40 per week Location: Home-based with regular travel & occasional overnight stays Inspire. Empower. Transform. Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of practitioners in children’s residential care? Do you thrive on delivering impactful, high-quality training that...

You will lead a multi-agency team providing Early Help services to children and families in the North of Newcastle. This is an exciting, varied and creative role which works with key partners across Children and Families Newcastle to make a real difference to the lives of children and families.

Join Our Team as a Service Delivery Lead (Complex Care) Location: Shaftesbury North East Sector: Supported Living | Complex Needs | Adult Social Care Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you have the experience and drive to lead high-quality, person-centred care for individuals with complex needs? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Who We’re Looking...

School Customer Service Assistant - Birtley Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, then we are looking for someone just like you to help us deliver exceptional customer experience for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 27.3 hours per week. As a Customer Services Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly...

You’ll be the go-to expert for all things payroll - handling queries from employees and across the business with confidence and accuracy. From payment questions and tax queries to payroll reports and manual calculations, you’ll make sure every detail runs smoothly. You’ll also support general admin tasks, ensuring every process is completed efficiently. Above all, you’ll deliver a first-class...

About the AgencyMy Foster Carer (MFC) is a new independent fostering agency in the North East — built by an experienced team with decades of fostering and children’s social care expertise. We’re here to do things differently: raising the bar for how foster carers are recruited, trained and supported, and creating a modern, child-centred service that genuinely backs carers to succeed. If you’re...

Change a Life – Become a Children's Support Worker with Paragon Social Care Ready to make a real difference? At Paragon Social Care, that's exactly what you'll do. We're looking for caring, resilient, and passionate individuals to join our amazing team of Children's Support Workers — people who want to help young lives grow, heal, and thrive. Whether you have experience in care or you're...

A children's care organization in Gateshead is seeking a Children's Home Deputy Manager to provide leadership and support in a residential setting. The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare and 2 years of direct experience. Responsibilities include staff supervision, ensuring child welfare, and compliance with policies. We offer competitive bonuses, service awards, and generous...

Are You the Candidate We're Looking For? Do you have a passion for making a difference and the skills to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Shaftesbury are currently recruiting to a Team Administrator to join our Shared Services department in Gateshead. Please note: This role does not qualify for visa sponsorship as it does not meet the Home...

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team Job Title: Social Work Team Manager – Children in Care Team Location: Gateshead, UK Salary: £36.61 Hourly Contract Type: Locum, Full-time Duration: Ongoing This ongoing locum opportunity is perfect for an experienced leader looking to make a significant impact. Dive into this full-time role to provide vital support and guidance in a dynamic and...

You will be part of a fast-paced Duty Team, acting on referrals from the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). Your role will involve attending to Section 47 enquiries and completing Single Assessments. Benefits of the role: Flexible/Hybrid working opportunitiesManageable caseloadExcellent rate of payCondensed working and part time roles can be discussed

A leading staffing agency in Gateshead is seeking a Senior Practitioner to enhance the lives of families within the Children in Need framework. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of £32.83, emphasizing collaboration and support. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and significant experience in UK Social Services. Enjoy the flexibility of locum work while...