22 Consultant Social care jobs found

Responsibilities include: Conduct thorough assessments under the Children Act to identify and address safeguarding concerns and ensure children's needs are met.Prepare detailed reports that accurately reflect assessment findings, case updates, and recommended interventions.Chair Looked After Children (LAC) reviews, ensuring that care plans are responsive to each child's current and future developmental needs.Maintain a strong understanding of mental health

The Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) provides a critical quality assurance role in safeguarding children in care and those at risk of significant harm. Operating within a statutory framework, the IRO ensures that each child's care plan is effective, focused on the child's best interests, and fully implemented. IROs work closely with social workers, families, and a wide range of agencies to oversee and review care plans, ensuring they are purposeful, com

you will support young people transitioning from children's to adult services. Your role will include conducting assessments under the Care Act 2014, creating personalized care plans, and ensuring access to services that promote independence and well-being. Responsibilities include: Monitoring, reviewing and maintaining up to date support plans, ensuring they meet the changing needs of young people and reflect good value for money whilst advocating for yo

Responsibilities include: Manage and prioritise referrals to ensure timely assessments for children's safeguarding cases.Collaborate with partner agencies to support joint decision-making and comprehensive case evaluations.Guide the team in following safeguarding protocols and meeting statutory requirements for children's services.Provide mentorship and support to staff, fostering professional development and consistent practice standards.Conduct audits to

The Assistant Team Manager in Adult Care is responsible for overseeing the provision of high-quality, legally compliant services to vulnerable adults. This role involves managing complex cases, ensuring adherence to the Care Act 2014 (s42), Mental Capacity Act 2005, and supervising the development of person-centered care plans. Responsibilities include:Care Act assessmentsReport writing Providing high quality caseworkComply with the Care Act 2014, the Men

As a Team Manager in Hackney Adults Services, you will play a key role in delivering health and social care for individuals with additional needs, including out-of-borough placements. Leading a multidisciplinary team (nursing, occupational therapy, social work, psychology), you will provide professional supervision in your discipline, ensuring person-centred, strengths-based care for service users and their carers. Responsibilities include:Care Act assess

Responsibilities include: Families Act 2014 to understand the needs, risks, and strengths of children with disabilities.Collaborate with families, health professionals, and education providers to gather holistic informationManage a caseload of children with a range of disabilities, ensuring regular review and adjustment of care plans.Identify and respond to any safeguarding concerns, ensuring that children are protected from harm, abuse, or neglect.Advocat

The Deputy Team Manager for the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) plays a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, coordinated safeguarding services to vulnerable children and families. Reporting directly to the MASH Team Manager, this role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations within the hub, ensuring the effective triage, assessment, and prioritization of cases to deliver timely responses to safeguarding concerns.Responsibiliti

As a Social Worker in the Adult Safeguarding Team, you will be essential in protecting vulnerable adults and promoting their safety and well-being. Your role involves conducting thorough risk assessments, implementing targeted safeguarding measures, and protecting adults at risk of abuse or neglect. You will work closely with individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide effective, person-centered support that aligns with safeguarding

Responsibilities include: Conduct detailed assessments of children's needs in line with the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation.Develop and implement tailored support plans focused on the child's safety, development, and well-being.Safeguard vulnerable children, ensuring their protection and well-being through appropriate interventions.Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, families, and community services to provide comprehensive,

As a Social Worker in the Independence and Access Team, you will be committed to supporting adults in promoting their independence, ensuring access to necessary services, and enhancing their overall quality of life. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and other relevant legislation, focusing on identifying and addressing the specific needs of vulnerable adults. You will work t

As a Social Worker in the Adult Assessment and Safeguarding Team, you will play a critical role in safeguarding vulnerable adults and ensuring their safety and well-being. Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive assessments to identify risks, implementing appropriate safeguarding measures, and protecting adults at risk of abuse or neglect. You will collaborate closely with individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensu

As a Social Worker in the Mental Health Team, you will support adults with various mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and severe mental illnesses. Your responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments to evaluate client's needs, developing individualised care plans, and facilitating access to mental health services. You will emphasise person-centred support while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements under the C

As a Social Worker in the Mental Health Team, you will provide crucial support to adults experiencing mental health challenges, working collaboratively to deliver personalised and recovery-focused care. Your role will involve conducting thorough assessments, developing care plans, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes. You will take the lead on safeguarding responsibilities, manage complex cases, and offer crisis interve

As a Social Worker in the Mental Health Team, you will provide crucial support to adults experiencing mental health challenges. Your responsibilities will include conducting in-depth assessments to identify individual needs, developing personalised care plans, and collaborating with various services to ensure seamless access to appropriate mental health support. You will prioritize person-centered, recovery-focused care while ensuring compliance with statu

As a Complex Care Worker in this hybrid role, you will support adults with complex needs, working 2 to 3 days per week in Bexley (Civic Offices) and engaging with the local community. Your duties include comprehensive assessments, personalised care plans, and multi-agency collaboration, with a focus on person-centred care. Responsibilities include:Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs in line with the Care Act 2014.Develop and implement p

As a Social Worker within the Children with Disabilities Team, you will work with children and young people who have a variety of complex needs, including physical and developmental disabilities. Your responsibilities will include assessing their needs, creating individualized care plans, and facilitating access to services that enhance their independence, well-being, and overall quality of life. This role focuses on delivering child-centered support while

As a Social Worker in the Adult Generic Team, you will be crucial in assessing the needs of vulnerable adults and supporting them to maintain their independence and well-being. Your role will involve conducting person-centred assessments, developing care plans, and coordinating services to meet a wide range of needs, including physical health, mental well-being, and social support. You will collaborate closely with adults, their families, and other profess

As a Social Worker in the Mental Health Review Team, you will assess and support individuals with mental health needs, working closely with their families and support networks to provide person-centred, strength-based, and recovery-focused care. You will lead on safeguarding, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and Care Act reviews, while also managing complex cases and conducting risk assessments. Your ability to respond to crises and protect vulner

As a Social Worker in Children's Services, you will work with vulnerable children and families involved in legal proceedings. You will be responsible for preparing detailed court reports, attending court hearings, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure that children in need of care and protection receive the appropriate support and safeguarding. Your assessments and recommendations will aim to protect the rights and well-being of children wi

As a Social Worker in the Transition Team, you will work with young people transitioning from children's services to adult services, assessing their needs and providing support during this critical phase. Your role will involve conducting assessments under the Care Act 2014, developing personalised care plans, and facilitating access to services that promote independence, well-being, and long-term support. You will collaborate closely with the young person

As a Social Worker in the Adult Assessment and Safeguarding Team, you will play a critical role in safeguarding vulnerable adults and ensuring their safety and well-being. Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive assessments to identify risks, implementing appropriate safeguarding measures, and protecting adults at risk of abuse or neglect. You will collaborate closely with individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to ensu