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Childrens Child Protection Co-ordinator – Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit – #000B23821Childrens Child Protection Co-ordinator – Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit – #000B23821SwintonJune 18, 2026£40-£40/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionSalford City Council (GM Collaboration) is seeking an experienced Childrens Child Protection Co-ordinator to join its Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Unit (SQAU), based at Chorley Road, Swinton, M27 5DA.This is a key statutory role responsible for chairing Child Protection Conferences and overseeing the effective delivery of child protection plans for children and young people across Salford. You will ensure that all statutory functions within Child Protection Conferences are carried out to a high standard, with robust monitoring and development activity to drive continuous service improvement.Key responsibilities include contributing to the development of service priorities within the SQAU with a focus on children’s lived experiences, supporting the implementation of an asset-based and restorative practice approach, and providing wider support to the unit as required. You will work in full accordance with Salford City Council’s Values, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, and Community Strategy policies.Candidates must have a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. A minimum of five years’ post-qualifying experience is required, and employment history gaps will be checked. Suppliers must complete the DfE Recommendation Compliance Questions and attach the completed file to the candidate record prior to submission — applications that do not pass these questions will not progress.Rate: £40 per hour. Start: 27 July 2026. End: 3 October 2026. To be considered, please get in touch promptly.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 3, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationSwintonOffered Salary:£40-£40/ hourExpiration dateOctober 3, 2026
Team Manager – Barnet Domestic Abuse Safety Hub – #OR105807Team Manager – Barnet Domestic Abuse Safety Hub – #OR105807LondonJune 18, 2026£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBarnet Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead the Barnet Domestic Abuse Safety Hub (BDASH), based in Colindale, NW9. This is an interim role paying £25.10–£32.80 per hour via Prism, starting 7 July 2026.BDASH forms part of Barnet’s coordinated response to domestic abuse, delivering trauma-informed advocacy, safety planning and survivor support across the borough in partnership with statutory and voluntary sector agencies.As Team Manager, you will oversee day-to-day operations and lead a multi-disciplinary team of IDVAs, DAIOs and a Senior DAIO, ensuring high-quality, culturally responsive, person-centred service delivery. Responsibilities include line management, supervision and staff development; performance monitoring against KPIs and contractual outcomes; ensuring safeguarding is embedded throughout; managing partner relationships including police, health, housing and children’s services; and representing BDASH at multi-agency forums including DA MARAC.Candidates must hold a Level 3 regulated qualification in supporting victims of domestic abuse (e.g. SafeLives IDVA or equivalent), with a minimum of three years post-qualification experience in domestic abuse work. A degree-level qualification in a relevant field (e.g. social work, psychology, mental health, counselling) is required, alongside proven leadership experience and sound knowledge of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, safeguarding frameworks, DASH risk assessment, and civil and criminal justice processes.If you have the experience and values to lead this vital service, please get in touch without delay.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 5, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationLondonOffered Salary:£25-£33/ hourExpiration dateOctober 5, 2026
Maintenance Operative #12310679Maintenance Operative #12310679LiverpoolJune 18, 2026£15-£16/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionMaintenance Operative – Liverpool AreaThis is a Temporary role initially, for approximatley 2 months, however there is also a possibility this could turn permanent or go on for a lot longer.Must have your own vehicle and tools preferably be able to start quicklyOverviewThe Maintenance and Voids Operative is responsible for providing comprehensive, responsive and efficient maintenance and repair to void properties.The Maintenance and Voids team ensure that all our properties are safe, well-maintained & liveable.To be responsible for allocated maintenance tasks from start to completion including the scoping, pricing and ordering of materials, liaising with the managers and undertaking the work personally or coordinating and supervising others to ensure its timely completion.The people we support often have complex emotional and social needs and as part of our front line team you will need to empathise and help develop supportive and positive relationships with them.About youFor a successful application, you’ll need to have experience in property maintenance.You will be able to demonstrate a wide range of skills, including floor laying, changing locks, painting & decorating, plastering & joinery skills.You will have a specific & demonstratable knowledge in one field of the above skills – ideally trade qualified but this is not essential. You will be willing to undertake further training.You will have experience in inspecting vacant properties on notification by the head of services, ensuring necessary repair works are documented and completed timeously within the target period.You are professional and values-led with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity, with an ability to work in an ever-changing environment whilst maintaining a positive & caring approach.You’ll have a sense of humour, be personable and accept that things won’t always go to plan.Key Accountabilities and ResponsibilitiesRespond to colleagues’ reports of repairs required to tenanted and other properties. Decide or approve necessary action, and the appropriate response time; check, authorise & deliver work to be carried out, contact contractors when necessary or provide advice to in-house coordinators on timescales & completed dates.Carry out minor and/or major repairs, or interim emergency repairs, where this is necessary or cost-effective.Undertake pre and post-inspections of reactive maintenance works in accordance with agreed procedures and sampling methods when requested.Coordinate and process adaptation requests for people with medical problems or disabilitiesUndertake pre and post-inspections for maintenance and service contracts. Provide monitoring and action reports in accordance with agreed standards and procedures, distributing these to the head of service upon request.Provide instruction and demonstration in the use of and location of services to new tenants, housing management colleagues and project-based colleaguesIdentify requirements for site security, safety and maintenance of new sites and vacated properties, where necessary in conjunction with the appropriate development or housing management colleagues.Arrange for and maintain records of appliance testing in Bedspace properties as required.Clean properties where requested following void work that the technician has undertakenUndertake house removals where the business deems it necessary & also provide a furniture delivery service as directed by the coordinators and head of service.We are looking for someone who…..To adhere to clear KPIs set by the head of serviceStringent recording of works completed via an internal maintenance recording tool.To be responsible for allocated maintenance tasks from start to completionScoping of works and preparing any necessary reportsPricing and ordering of associated materials where required – being mindful of best valueCarry out the regular maintenance work of the head office buildings where necessaryMonitor Day-to-day maintenance expenditure using a credit card app and trade cards#12310679INDSUPShare this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:August 1, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationLiverpoolOffered Salary:£15-£16/ hourExpiration dateAugust 1, 2026
Childrens Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding – #OR105824Childrens Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding – #OR105824BromleyJune 18, 2026£30-£39/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBromley Council is seeking a confident and experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children’s Safeguarding service, based at Churchill Court in Bromley (BR1 1AS). This is a locum role paying £29.79–£38.99 per hour, starting 6 July 2026.You will manage a varied caseload spanning Child in Need, Child Protection, Public Law Outline, and care proceedings for children up to 18 years of age. Strong experience in complex safeguarding and permanence cases is essential, as is significant involvement in court proceedings.Essential requirements:• Recognised Social Work degree (BA/MA or equivalent)• Current Social Work England registration• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Senior Practitioner• Significant experience in Child Protection and court proceedings• Enhanced DBS checkIf you are a curious, relationship-focused practitioner who thrives in a dynamic safeguarding environment and wants to make a real difference for children and families in Bromley, we would love to hear from you. Please get in touch to find out more.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 4, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationBromleyOffered Salary:£30-£39/ hourExpiration dateOctober 4, 2026
Childrens Advanced Practitioner – Child Protection and Families – #000B23B11Childrens Advanced Practitioner – Child Protection and Families – #000B23B11LeedsJune 18, 2026£40-£40/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Childrens Advanced Practitioner with Leeds City Council, based at Deacon House, Seacroft Avenue, Leeds (LS14). This is a temporary role running from 29 June to 12 July 2026, paying £40 per hour for 37 hours per week (8:30am–5pm).You will manage a complex caseload comprising Child and Family Assessments, Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings through to permanence. The role carries lead worker responsibilities working alongside other social workers, without supervisory or line management duties. You will practise restoratively with children and families, promoting family-led decisions to manage risk and meet support needs.Key requirements include excellent relational work with children and families, direct work and child-centred practice, strong analytical assessment skills, high-quality written work, and the ability to manage competing demands to maintain strong practice standards. You will work as part of a busy but supportive team and contribute to a positive learning culture.The role is primarily office-based for duty weeks, with hybrid working negotiable on non-duty weeks (one WFH day or compressed hours). Applicants must be able to drive and have use of a car. A clean DBS is required.If you are a qualified, Social Work England registered practitioner with advanced-level children’s social work experience, please get in touch today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:July 12, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationLeedsOffered Salary:£40-£40/ hourExpiration dateJuly 12, 2026
Childrens CIN Reviewing Officer – Family Support and Child Protection Service – #OR105869Childrens CIN Reviewing Officer – Family Support and Child Protection Service – #OR105869LondonJune 18, 2026£216-£293/ dayInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionAn exciting interim opportunity has arisen with the London Borough of Lambeth for a Child in Need (CIN) Reviewing Officer within the Family Support and Child Protection Service, based at 6 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1RW. The rate is £300 per day (Umbrella/Ltd), available from 28 July 2026.In this independent oversight role, you will chair and facilitate Child in Need review meetings for children and families receiving services under Section 17 of the Children Act 1989. You will ensure plans are child-focused and outcome-driven, monitor progress, challenge drift and delay, and escalate concerns where safeguarding risks are not being appropriately managed.Key responsibilities include: chairing CIN reviews in line with statutory requirements; ensuring the child’s voice is central to all decision-making; providing independent scrutiny of plans and assessments; identifying cases requiring escalation to Child Protection or legal planning; working collaboratively with social workers, health, education, police, and partner agencies; and producing accurate, timely review records and management information.Candidates must hold a recognised social work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England. Significant post-qualification experience in children’s social care, including safeguarding and CIN casework, and experience of chairing professional multi-agency meetings are essential. Experience in quality assurance, reviewing, or independent oversight is highly desirable.If you are an experienced children’s social work professional ready to provide high-quality independent oversight in a busy London borough, please get in touch today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 26, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationLondonOffered Salary:£216-£293/ dayExpiration dateOctober 26, 2026
Childrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Childrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871BirminghamJune 18, 2026£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBirmingham Children’s Trust is seeking an experienced Childrens Team Manager to lead the Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s (UASC) Service, based in Aston, Birmingham (B6 4DU). This is a varied and meaningful leadership role at the heart of a specialist service supporting some of the most vulnerable children and young people.You will lead a team of seven staff — including social workers, senior social workers, senior practitioners, and social work support staff — providing reflective supervision, evidence-based auditing, and robust performance management. You will hold accountability for the team’s operational plan, setting high and measurable standards of practice and ensuring services are delivered within budget.Key responsibilities include overseeing child-centred casework in compliance with legislative, regulatory, and statutory guidance; promoting and safeguarding children’s welfare as the cornerstone of all service delivery; managing case allocation; and fostering effective partnership working with relevant agencies.Essential requirements: DipSW or equivalent social work qualification; current registration with Social Work England; significant post-qualifying experience including supervision of social workers and/or students; a proven track record of managing change and service improvement; and experience of regulatory inspection processes.This is a locum position paying £30.41–£41.42 per hour via Prism, starting 29 June 2026. To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with the team today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens CIN Reviewing Officer – Family Support and Child Protection Service – #OR105869London£216-£293/ dayInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 27, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationBirminghamOffered Salary:£30-£41/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 27, 2026
Childrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Childrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840BirminghamJune 18, 2026£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBirmingham Children’s Trust is seeking an experienced Childrens Senior Practitioner to join its Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service, based in Aston, Birmingham (B6 4DU). This is a complex and highly rewarding role working with some of the city’s most vulnerable children and young people.You will hold a caseload of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young people, safeguarding their welfare whilst ensuring all statutory responsibilities are met. Key duties include completing high-quality assessments, creating and reviewing child-in-need and child-protection plans within multi-agency frameworks, preparing reports for conferences, courts and panels, and maintaining accurate records on management information systems.You will work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver joined-up services, contribute positively to team meetings and service reviews, and support colleagues in line with the Professional Capability Framework and Social Work England’s Code of Practice.Essential requirements: an approved social work qualification, current registration with Social Work England, and significant experience of working with vulnerable children and families. Experience of multi-agency and statutory partnership working is also required.This is a locum contract with Birmingham Children’s Trust, paying £24.51–£33.29 per hour via the Prism portal, with a start date of 29 June 2026. Apply now to be considered.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Senior Practitioner – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Service – #OR105840Birmingham£25-£33/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Team Manager – Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children’s Service – #OR105871Birmingham£30-£41/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens CIN Reviewing Officer – Family Support and Child Protection Service – #OR105869London£216-£293/ dayInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 27, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 18, 2026LocationBirminghamOffered Salary:£25-£33/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 27, 2026
Adults Social Worker – Continuing Healthcare – #OR105712Adults Social Worker – Continuing Healthcare – #OR105712TauntonJune 17, 2026£279-£384/ dayInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionSomerset Council is seeking a qualified Adults Social Worker with specialist expertise in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) to join their team in Taunton, TA1 4DY. This is a day-rate interim role paying £279.41–£384.00 per day, starting 6 July 2026.The postholder must have in-depth knowledge of NHS Continuing Healthcare eligibility, including the lawful limits of local authority provision under section 22 of the Care Act 2014, and extensive experience completing CHC assessments and the Decision Support Tool (DST) across a range of settings.As a core member of the multi-disciplinary team, you will represent the local authority perspective, constructively challenge to support robust decision-making, and consider potential joint funding arrangements.To be considered you must hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. If you have a strong CHC background and are available to commence in July 2026, please get in touch.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 4, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationTauntonOffered Salary:£279-£384/ dayExpiration dateOctober 4, 2026
*Adults Advanced Practitioner – Adult Social Care – #OR105374*Adults Advanced Practitioner – Adult Social Care – #OR105374TauntonJune 17, 2026£32-£44/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionSomerset Council is recruiting an Adults Advanced Practitioner to provide professional leadership and expert practice across Adult Social Care in Taunton. This is a senior, operationally focused role working within a locality or neighbourhood team, reporting to a Safeguarding Service Manager.The postholder will support adults to remain independent in their communities, facilitate timely hospital discharge, and lead on complex casework across a range of service areas including Neighbourhoods, Intermediate Care, Mental Health Social Care, Community Learning Disabilities, Hospital Interface, Safeguarding, and Preparing for Adulthood.Key responsibilities include providing high-quality reflective supervision to up to seven qualified social workers, leading on safeguarding adults practice, undertaking and overseeing complex assessments and reviews under the Care Act 2014, supporting Court of Protection applications, and contributing to audit, quality assurance, and service development.Candidates must hold a recognised Social Work qualification with current Social Work England registration, and demonstrate extensive post-qualifying experience in adult services including work with people with physical, sensory, or learning disabilities, dementia, or long-term conditions. Evidence of continued professional development and experience supporting staff with complex casework are essential.The role is based at The Crescent, Taunton (TA1 4DY) and is offered on a locum basis at £32.13–£44.00 per hour, available from 6 July 2026. Contact us today to find out more or to register your interest.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 4, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationTauntonOffered Salary:£32-£44/ hourExpiration dateOctober 4, 2026
*Adults AMHP – Emergency Duty Team – #000B224C1*Adults AMHP – Emergency Duty Team – #000B224C1BoltonJune 17, 2026£40-£40/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBury Council (GM Collaboration) is seeking a qualified AMHP for an Emergency Duty Team role based in Bolton (BL2 6RS). Working 37 hours per week on a rolling 3-week rota with 1 weekend off in 3, this is a temporary contract running from 27 July to 30 September 2026 at £40 per hour. Current AMHP qualification and a valid AMHP warrant are essential. Full rota details will be discussed at interview. To apply or find out more, please get in touch with our team.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 30, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationBoltonOffered Salary:£40-£40/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 30, 2026
*Childrens Advanced Practitioner – Emergency Duty Team – #000B22541*Childrens Advanced Practitioner – Emergency Duty Team – #000B22541BoltonJune 17, 2026£40-£40/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBury Council (GM Collaboration) is seeking a Childrens Advanced Practitioner for an Emergency Duty Team (EDT) role based in Bolton (BL2 6RS). The position runs from 27 July to 30 September 2026 at a rate of £40 per hour. Shifts are Monday to Friday, 16:30–01:00.Candidates must meet DfE Recommendation Compliance requirements — suppliers must complete the DfE Recommendation Compliance Questions on the Details tab and attach the relevant file to the candidate record prior to submission. Applications that do not pass these checks will not be progressed. A five-year reference history and checks on any gaps in employment are required, along with relevant qualifications as per the job description and person specification.This role is sourced via XMS. If you have a qualified, EDT-experienced Childrens Advanced Practitioner available for out-of-hours shifts from late July, please get in touch promptly.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 30, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationBoltonOffered Salary:£40-£40/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 30, 2026
*Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding Hub – #OR105715*Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding Hub – #OR105715BromleyJune 17, 2026£25-£32/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBromley Council is seeking a highly experienced and confident Adults Social Worker to join its fast-paced Safeguarding Hub in Bromley (BR1 1AS). This is a critical front-door role carrying a 3-month locum assignment from 29 June 2026, paying up to £32.00 per hour via Umbrella or Ltd.Operating at the front door of Bromley Adult Social Care, you will gather information on safeguarding concerns, make timely, proportionate, and defensible decisions, and take appropriate action to manage risk. You will work in full accordance with the Care Act 2014, with a strong focus on Section 42 (s42) safeguarding enquiries — including screening, decision-making, and leading enquiries. Applying the principles of Making Safeguarding Personal (MSP), you will keep the voice, wishes, and outcomes of residents central to all decision-making.Essential requirements include: current Social Work England registration; significant, demonstrable experience of adult safeguarding within the Care Act 2014 framework; proven s42 experience; strong analytical and professional judgement skills; and experience of working in a front-door, hub, or MASH environment managing high volumes of referrals. Resilience, confidence, excellent recording skills, and the ability to prioritise under pressure are all essential.Candidates must be able to start on 29 June 2026. Adult safeguarding experience must be clearly evidenced on the CV — candidates without this will not be considered. To be put forward for this role, please get in touch today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 27, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationBromleyOffered Salary:£25-£32/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 27, 2026
Wellbeing and Occupational Health Advisor – People Services – #000B1FBC1Wellbeing and Occupational Health Advisor – People Services – #000B1FBC1SwintonJune 17, 2026£16-£18/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionGreater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Wellbeing & Occupational Health Advisor (admin-focused) to join its People Services team on a temporary basis from 22 June to 13 September 2026, based in Swinton, Manchester (M27 8US). Rate: £15.88–£17.82 per hour.This is a critical coordination role acting as the link between managers and external occupational health providers, with a heavy emphasis on administration, data accuracy, and process management rather than strategic advisory work.Key responsibilities include managing and processing incoming OH referrals, coordinating with external providers and distributing reports to managers, maintaining accurate data across multiple systems (including iTrent), handling manager queries, and supporting health surveillance scheduling and tracking.The ideal candidate will be a strong administrator with experience in fast-paced environments, highly detail-oriented, and confident using multiple systems simultaneously. You will be a clear communicator able to challenge managers where needed, comfortable handling sensitive wellbeing and mental health cases with discretion, and experienced in managing competing priorities.Desirable background includes admin experience in healthcare, HR, or occupational health, familiarity with confidential data handling, and experience within complex public-sector or emergency-services organisations.Hybrid working of approximately 2–3 days in the office applies after onboarding. Parking is available on site. An early July start is preferred to allow for handover. Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.If you are an experienced, adaptable administrator with a background in sensitive, process-driven environments, please get in touch today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 13, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationSwintonOffered Salary:£16-£18/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 13, 2026
Childrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Childrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721ThorneJune 17, 2026£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionA locum Children’s Social Worker is required for the Help and Protection East Team 3, based at the Vermuyden Centre, Fieldside, Thorne, Doncaster (DN8 4BQ). This is a full-time role working within City of Doncaster Council’s Children, Young People and Families service, running from 29 June 2026 to 29 June 2027, at a rate of £32–£35 per hour.The team works within a child protection and help and protection framework. Candidates must hold a recognised social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.If you are an experienced children’s social worker available in the Doncaster area, please get in touch today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryWellbeing and Occupational Health Advisor – People Services – #000B1FBC1Swinton£16-£18/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:June 29, 2027Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationThorneOffered Salary:£32-£35/ hourExpiration dateJune 29, 2027
Home Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Home Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853SeahamJune 17, 2026£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionDurham County Council require an experienced Home Care Support Worker for the Seaham Harbour Lodge Extra Care Scheme (SR7 7BF), starting urgently from 13 June 2026. The role is offered on a temporary basis at a rate of £16.67 per hour.Candidates must hold current medication administration training, moving and handling training, and have the correct DBS clearance in place. Cover is required urgently due to an existing agency worker being unable to continue.If you are available immediately and meet the training requirements, please get in touch without delay.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryWellbeing and Occupational Health Advisor – People Services – #000B1FBC1Swinton£16-£18/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 11, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationSeahamOffered Salary:£17-£17/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 11, 2026
Childrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Childrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743ChichesterJune 17, 2026£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionAn exciting opportunity for an experienced senior social worker to take a leading role in a regional fostering improvement initiative, based in Chichester (PO19 1TH) with hybrid working.This consultancy position sits with Home + Future Limited and focuses on standardising fostering practice across the region. You will lead on developing regional practice guidance for fostering services, design and create standardised training programmes covering fostering recruitment, assessment and approval, and facilitate in-person training and workshops at locations across the region.The successful candidate must have worked at Principal Social Worker level or above and bring demonstrable experience in fostering. You will be a self-starter who can work at pace, drive forward the implementation of a regional fostering model, and produce high-quality, consistent guidance that improves practice standards.This is a hybrid role: primarily home-based with regular in-person attendance to deliver and facilitate training and workshops.Rate: £47.00–£61.76 per hour. Start date: 3 July 2026.If you are a senior qualified social worker with a strong fostering background and experience at Principal Social Worker level or above, please get in touch.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County Hall£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryWellbeing and Occupational Health Advisor – People Services – #000B1FBC1Swinton£16-£18/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 1, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationChichesterOffered Salary:£47-£62/ hourExpiration dateOctober 1, 2026
Childrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766Childrens Social Worker – Family Safeguarding – #5298766County HallJune 17, 2026£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionA Lancashire County Council Children’s Services team based in Preston (Ripon Street) is seeking an experienced Childrens Social Worker to join their Family Safeguarding service. The role involves working across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Court proceedings.Candidates must have at least three years’ experience in a permanent post within a local authority and must not have held a permanent or fixed-term position with an LA within the last 12 weeks. The post is available from 29 June 2026 and candidates must be able to start within four weeks. Interviews are being arranged as soon as possible.The role is offered via Comensura at £36.00 per hour. If you are an experienced children’s social worker with a strong background in safeguarding and are available to start promptly, please get in touch without delay.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsChildrens Consultant Social Worker – Regional Fostering – #OR105743Chichester£47-£62/ hourInterim / temporaryHome Care Support Worker – Extra Care – #5298853Seaham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Help and Protection East Team 3 – #000B1C721Thorne£32-£35/ hourInterim / temporaryWellbeing and Occupational Health Advisor – People Services – #000B1FBC1Swinton£16-£18/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 27, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 17, 2026LocationCounty HallOffered Salary:£36-£36/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 27, 2026
*Family Support Worker #OR103606*Family Support Worker #OR103606Challenging Behavior,Children,Childrens Social Care,DBS,Leaving Care,NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care,Skills,Support WorkerLiverpool,Darlington,BradfordJune 16, 2026£22-£22/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionPlease be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.Competitive Rates of payIn house payroll, providing weekly payments and supportEnhanced DBS completed.Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly teamAn assigned dedicated & experienced consultantVarious employment opportunities in your preferred geographical areaIf you would like to find out more information about this role, or the other opportunities Semester.co.uk have available feel free to click the ‘Apply’ button**Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated Jobs*Adult Social Worker #OR104511Adults,Older People,Physical Disabilities,Qualified Social Worker,SkillsLondon,Huddersfield,Bradford£33-£33/ hourInterim / temporary*Family Support Worker #5297009Challenging Behavior,Children,Childrens Social Care,DBS,Leaving Care,NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care,Skills,Support WorkerLuton,Grantham,Durham£17-£17/ hourInterim / temporary*Independent Scrutineer Consultant #5296809BA in Social Work or equivalent,Children,Children and Families,DBS - Social Worker,Qualified Social Worker,Registered SWE,Skills,Team ManagerWigan,Macclesfield,Luton£50-£50/ hourInterim / temporary*Childrens Team Manager Leaving Care #000B0D8F1BA in Social Work or equivalent,Children,Children and Families,DBS - Social Worker,Qualified Social Worker,Registered SWE,Skills,Team ManagerWigan,Bolton£40-£40/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:August 28, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 16, 2026LocationLiverpool,Darlington,BradfordOffered Salary:£22-£22/ hourExpiration dateAugust 28, 2026
*Childrens Assistant Team Manager – Fostering Service Support Hub – #OR105360*Childrens Assistant Team Manager – Fostering Service Support Hub – #OR105360WrexhamJune 16, 2026£31-£42/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionAn exciting opportunity for a qualified social work professional to step into an Assistant Team Manager role within the Fostering Service Support Hub at Wrexham County Borough Council.In this role you will join a supportive and friendly management team working closely together to ensure the effective day-to-day functioning of the Fostering Service. The service supports and assesses foster carers, Supported Lodgings, Special Guardianship Orders, connected persons, and Reg 26s. You will supervise a dedicated team of Social Workers, providing advice, guidance, and management oversight as required, and will participate in a management duty rota one day per week.The position is based at 31 Chester Street, Wrexham, LL13 8BG, and is offered via the Prism portal at a rate of £31.06–£41.58 per hour, commencing 23 June 2026.If you are an experienced children’s social work professional ready to take on a supervisory and management role within a fostering context, we would welcome your application. Please get in touch today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsDemocratic Services Officer – Democratic Services – #OR105627London£21-£28/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Support and Protect Team – #OR105612Bootle£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryOccupational Therapy Team Manager – Children with Disabilities OT Team – #000B222E1Rochdale£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – CIOC Court Service – #000B21F61Blackburn£39-£39/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 21, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 16, 2026LocationWrexhamOffered Salary:£31-£42/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 21, 2026
Childrens Social Worker – Children Looked After Team – #OR105336Childrens Social Worker – Children Looked After Team – #OR105336YeovilJune 16, 2026£28-£38/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionSomerset Council is seeking an experienced Childrens Social Worker to cover a rare vacancy within the Children Looked After (CLA) Team based in Yeovil, South Somerset. This is a locum position paying £28.41–£38.00 per hour, available from 6 July 2026.This is a well-established, settled team of 10 social workers that recently received an internal inspection rating of Good with several Outstanding areas. You will hold a mixed caseload of children aged 0–18 across varying levels of complexity, with children potentially living anywhere in the country — so significant travel is expected. Presence in the Yeovil office is required one day per week for the team meeting and four duty cover days per month.Key responsibilities include building trusting, strengths-based and trauma-informed relationships with children and families; undertaking high-quality, child-centred assessments; completing care and pathway plans; contributing to TAC and PEP meetings; and producing clear court reports, adoption work, later life letters, and lifestory books.Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and hold a full driving licence with access to their own vehicle. Experience in a multi-disciplinary LAC or similar children’s setting is essential.Locum workers have access to CPD training and innovative tools including Magic Notes AI technology. Flexible working options are available. Apply now to join a high-performing team making a real difference for children and families across Somerset.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsDemocratic Services Officer – Democratic Services – #OR105627London£21-£28/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Support and Protect Team – #OR105612Bootle£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryOccupational Therapy Team Manager – Children with Disabilities OT Team – #000B222E1Rochdale£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – CIOC Court Service – #000B21F61Blackburn£39-£39/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 4, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 16, 2026LocationYeovilOffered Salary:£28-£38/ hourExpiration dateOctober 4, 2026
Childrens Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team – #OR105597Childrens Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team – #OR105597SwindonJune 16, 2026£33-£42/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionSwindon Borough Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities Team, based at the Civic Campus, Swindon (SN1 2JG). This is a locum opportunity paying £32.67–£42.00 per hour via Prism, commencing 17 July 2026.The Disabled Children’s safeguarding and support team is co-located at the Saltway Centre alongside multi-agency partners, enabling a truly holistic service for disabled children, young people, and their families. Swindon recognises that disabled children are statistically more likely to experience abuse than their non-disabled peers, and has built a bespoke, specialist service in response — one staffed by highly motivated social workers with dual expertise in safeguarding and disability practice. The team draws on current research and innovative approaches to ensure disabled children are appropriately safeguarded and supported to reach their full potential.You will need to be a qualified and registered Social Worker with demonstrable experience in children’s services, ideally with a background in disability and safeguarding. Social Work England registration is essential.Swindon Borough Council has confirmed that a £100 weekly travel and accommodation allowance remains in place for all new and existing agency placements within Children’s Social Care until 31 August 2026. Workers must reside more than 50 miles from Swindon to qualify.If you have the skills and experience to make a real difference to disabled children and their families in Swindon, please get in touch today.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsDemocratic Services Officer – Democratic Services – #OR105627London£21-£28/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Support and Protect Team – #OR105612Bootle£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryOccupational Therapy Team Manager – Children with Disabilities OT Team – #000B222E1Rochdale£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – CIOC Court Service – #000B21F61Blackburn£39-£39/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:October 15, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 16, 2026LocationSwindonOffered Salary:£33-£42/ hourExpiration dateOctober 15, 2026
Specialist Family Support Worker – Children with Disabilities Team – #5298767Specialist Family Support Worker – Children with Disabilities Team – #5298767DarlingtonJune 16, 2026£21-£21/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionDarlington Children’s Services are implementing a number of pilots as part of the Families First reforms within children’s social care, and are seeking a Specialist Family Support Worker to join their Children with Disabilities Team.This is an alternatively qualified (non-social worker) role supporting children who require statutory help and support to ensure their needs are met. You will work directly with children, families, carers, and multi-agency professionals, playing a key part in shaping future service design within this area.Key responsibilities include completing assessments of children’s care and support needs, developing care plans, chairing reviews of paid services, and providing Social Care Advice for children undergoing an EHCP assessment. You will work in genuine partnership with parents, carers, children, and wider professionals throughout.The role is 37 hours per week, with any additional hours claimable as TOIL. Darlington operates a blended working approach, with a base at the Town Hall, Darlington (DL1 5QT), alongside home working subject to service and diary requirements — with the expectation that direct face-to-face support with families and children is maintained.Rate: £21.02 per hour. Start date: 28 June 2026, via Comensura.If you hold a relevant social care qualification (non-social work) and have experience working with children with disabilities, we would love to hear from you.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsDemocratic Services Officer – Democratic Services – #OR105627London£21-£28/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Support and Protect Team – #OR105612Bootle£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryOccupational Therapy Team Manager – Children with Disabilities OT Team – #000B222E1Rochdale£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – CIOC Court Service – #000B21F61Blackburn£39-£39/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 26, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 16, 2026LocationDarlingtonOffered Salary:£21-£21/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 26, 2026
Childrens Social Worker – Assessment Team – #OR105605Childrens Social Worker – Assessment Team – #OR105605BootleJune 16, 2026£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionSefton MBC is seeking two qualified Social Workers to join Assessment Teams based in Bootle, Merseyside. These are locum positions available from 29 June 2026, paying between £22.38 and £29.35 per hour via the Prism portal. If you hold a recognised social work qualification and are registered with Social Work England, please get in touch to find out more.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsDemocratic Services Officer – Democratic Services – #OR105627London£21-£28/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Support and Protect Team – #OR105612Bootle£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryOccupational Therapy Team Manager – Children with Disabilities OT Team – #000B222E1Rochdale£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – CIOC Court Service – #000B21F61Blackburn£39-£39/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 27, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 16, 2026LocationBootleOffered Salary:£22-£29/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 27, 2026
Childrens Social Worker – CIOC Court Service – #000B21F61Childrens Social Worker – CIOC Court Service – #000B21F61BlackburnJune 16, 2026£39-£39/ hourInterim / temporaryJob DescriptionBlackburn with Darwen Children’s Services — rated ‘Good’ at full ILACS Ofsted inspection — require a full-time agency Social Worker to cover their Children in Our Care (CIOC) Court Service, based at 10 Duke Street, Blackburn (BB2 1DH). The role runs from 20 July to 30 September 2026 at £39 per hour.You will carry out all duties in relation to children looked after who are subject to care proceedings, and may also be required to work with children who remain looked after following the conclusion of proceedings, including those whose long-term permanence plan is not yet finalised.Candidates must hold current Social Work England registration and possess a minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience, ideally in longer-term safeguarding, care proceedings, and court work. A valid driving licence and access to a car are essential. Experience of the Protocol LCS case management system is advantageous.The role operates on a hybrid basis, with a requirement to be office-based three to four days per week. Strong communication skills, the ability to manage a caseload independently, and the capacity to meet local authority and court timescales are essential.Note: Suppliers must complete the DfE Recommendation Compliance Questions and attach the file to the candidate record prior to submission. Candidates who do not pass these questions will not be progressed. Five years’ referencing and employment gap checks apply.To be considered, please get in touch promptly — this placement starts 20 July 2026.What’s on offer:* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders* A desirable location with great transport links* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environmentWhy join Semester.co.uk?* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll* Enhanced DBS processing included* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen locationReady to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.Share this postFacebookTwitterLinkedInLocationRelated JobsDemocratic Services Officer – Democratic Services – #OR105627London£21-£28/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Support and Protect Team – #OR105612Bootle£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryOccupational Therapy Team Manager – Children with Disabilities OT Team – #000B222E1Rochdale£36-£36/ hourInterim / temporaryChildrens Social Worker – Assessment Team – #OR105605Bootle£22-£29/ hourInterim / temporaryApplication ends:September 30, 2026Apply NowDate PostedJune 16, 2026LocationBlackburnOffered Salary:£39-£39/ hourExpiration dateSeptember 30, 2026