Social Worker jobs in Wakefield

Job Description Qualified Social Worker, Safeguarding Locality TeamPay rate to £35 per hourContract roleWe are recruiting for an experienced Senior Social Worker to work in a Safeguarding Locality Team in Wakefield Council.Senior social worker required for safeguarding locality team. Based in Hemsworth, Wakefield. Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one...

Job Description We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Locality Social Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting individuals and families within their community, providing comprehensive case management, and working collaboratively with other professionals. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of social work...

Job Description Clinical Reconnect Practitioner - Location: Police Custody Suites or Courts - Job Type: Full-time Join our dedicated team as a Clinical Reconnect Practitioner, where you will play a crucial role in reconnecting individuals with the community and support systems post-incarceration. This position is pivotal in reducing reoffending by addressing the health and social needs of...

Job Title: Enhanced Social Worker – MASH TeamLocation: Normanton Pay Rate: £35 per hour Job Description: Liquid Personnel is seeking a skilled and experienced Enhanced Senior Social Worker to join our client’s Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) on a part-time basis located at Wakefield. This is a critical frontline role where you will work closely with partner agencies to screen and assess...

You will have access to excellent management to support you in your role.

You will play a central role in achieving positive outcomes for children and young people in the Wakefield District.

You will be working with a small and well supported team led by engaging and supportive management, who are committed to making a difference to families within Wakefield.

You will be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge and application of relevant legislation including the Care Act , the Mental Capacity Act and Human Rights Act .

You will have specific responsibilities for dealing with more complex cases, including assessment, care management and management of risk.

Qualified Social Worker, Transitions Team Pay rate to £35 per hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Workers to work in a Transitions Team in Wakefield. Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest...

Job Description Wakefield Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children in Need Social Worker to join our dynamic team. This role involves working with children and families to provide support, manage risk, and ensure the safety and well-being of children in need. Key Responsibilities: - Conducting thorough assessments of children and families - Developing and implementing care plans...

Job Title: Social Worker – Adult Safeguarding – Wakefield Location: Wakefield Pay Rate: £ 35/per hour Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Social Worker for the Adults Safeguarding Team in Wakefield. This hybrid role requires three days a week in the office and involves providing exceptional support to individuals and families in a diverse community. Recent safeguarding experience is essential. If...

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Adult Connecting Care Team – Wakefield Location: Wakefield Pay Rate: £35/hour Liquid Personnel is hiring a Senior Social Worker for their Connecting Care Team in Wakefield. Candidates must have SWE registration, be eligible to work in the UK, hold a degree in Social Work, and have post-qualified experience. Requirements for the role: Demonstrate in-depth...

Senior Social Worker, Children in Care Team Pay rate £35 per hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting within for a Qualified Social Worker to work in a Children in Care Team in Wakefield Council. Wakefield Children in Care Service is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Social Worker to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of...

Job Title: Social Worker – Children & Families Location: Wakefield (Hybrid) Pay Rate: £25.79 per hour Job Description: Liquid Personnel is recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join its client’s Children & Families team based in Wakefield. What will your responsibilities be? In this role, you will, Manage a caseload involving complex and high-risk cases, including Child...

You will offer guidance and information to individuals seeking social care support, and direct them to appropriate services and resources.

You will also act in one of the specialized roles of Best Interest Assessor, AMHP, Practice Educator, or ASYE Assessor as required.

You should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for phone-based and face-to-face interactions.

You will manage a complex but manageable caseload, providing essential support to the Team Manager.

You will undertake planned interventions across statutory casework, ensuring enforcement action when necessary to protect and support your clients.

You will provide assessment, care management and social work services to children and their families, arising out of the council’s duties and powers under legislation, Council and Group policy.

You will also work with unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and have experience with court work.

You will undertake Capacity and Best Interest Assessments in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, conduct NHS Continuing Healthcare checklists, and participate in Decision Support Tool (DST) meetings.

You must have relevant experience working with adults.

You will be responsible for triaging requests for social care assessments and safeguarding referrals. Requirements for the role: Triage new referrals, including social care assessments and safeguarding, providing urgent responses, advice, and signposting. Attend multi-agency meetings and lead new initiatives and team developments.

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Locality SafeguardingLocation: Covering South East, Normanton and Featherstone Pay Rate: £35 per hour Job Description: Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Senior Social Worker for its client’s Locality Safeguarding Team based in Normanton and Featherstone. This pivotal role within Children’s Services involves delivering high-quality social work practice to...

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Locality Team Location: Normanton Pay Rate: £32 per hour About the Role: Liquid Personnel is seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join the Locality Teams, based at either the Central or Normanton office. This is a vital role within the Children’s Services, where you will be responsible for managing cases from the point of referral...

Job Title: Social Worker – Adult Case Field Reviews Location: Wakefield Rate: £35 per hour We are looking for a Senior Social Worker to form part of our team within Adult Social Care, which will be focusing on case file Reviews. This team consists of approximately 8 people in total, with a complement of social workers of various levels of experience. What will your responsibilities be? The role...