Our client requires an Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) to work in an Older Persons Mental Health Team based in the Wiltshire area.
Experience working with Older Persons with Functional problems or Dementia would be a benefit however experience working with Adults with Mental Health issues is also being considered.
The post is open to those who are experienced AMHP's or those who have recently obtained there Approved Social Worker status.
The role will involve conducting Mental Health Act assessments, working on community treatment orders and managing a small caseload of clients, reviewing care plans and liaising with other services to provide appropriate level of treatment.
The role is also available to those who are looking for a Temporary positions within this field.

A children and families centre (non statutory) in East London requires a family practitioner to start ASAP. It is essential for this role that the applicant is educated to NVQ level 3 in social care/parenting and family work or a related field or QSW social worker is essential. Previous experience working with disadvantaged children and families and providing parental support/parenting groups is also essential. Previous experience of coaching, mentoring and/or training would be beneficial. The successful applicant will be supporting parents/carers of children 0-11 to increase knowledge of their child’s development and potential, strengthening relationships between parents, carers, children and professionals. Providing positive learning opportunities that meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation and running parenting classes and workshops. The position will be on a temporary basis until Mar 2011. To apply call Mark on 01772555530

Social Worker – West Berkshire – Children

This permanent opportunity is to join a Children’s Services Long Term Team based in West Reading in a historically stable team

You will be undertaking long term work covering child protection, children in need and also looked after children. This is a smaller service offering high levels of support and excellent career progression. It is suited to those with experience in a similar environment, whether placement or in the workplace and are keen to take on a permanent role.

To apply for this Social Worker opportunity you must have the following

GSCC Registered Social Work qualification
Experience in Children’s Services – Child Protection, Family Support, CIN or LAC whether it’s from placement or employment.
Car driver would be advantageous

In Return

Salary of between £25,000 to £34,000
Pension Scheme

If you are considering your career options as a Social Worker then contact Charles Hunter Associates for professional career advice and assistance.

Charles Hunter Associates operates as an employment agency with this requirement

Consultant Social Worker – Children – East London

As a specialist recruitment firm for contract staff, Charles Hunter Associates is presently working with an East London Borough with a fantastic reputation to recruit a locum Consultant Social Worker for their Referral & Assessment service.

Based in East London, the hiring borough is well known for its high quality service, supportive management teams and well managed caseloads. You will be carrying out initial and core assessments, child protection investigations, working with court cases and supervising less experienced Social Workers.

We are seeking applications from Senior Social Workers with experience in frontline children’s services. You will have excellent knowledge and practise experience of child protection procedures, assessments and children’s services legislation. Applicants must hold a GSCC registration and social work qualification.

This position is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for a contract position in frontline children’s services. It offers a long term post which provides excellent support from higher management.

Pay rate of £28 to £34 per hour
You will have your own dedicated consultant
Range of payment options available – PAYE, Umbrella, Ltd
Referral bonus scheme offering £250 per successful hire

For more information and a full job description contact Jamie Trick at Charles Hunter Associates.

Charles Hunter Associates operates as an employment business.

Senior Social Worker – Children – North London

As a specialist recruitment firm for contract staff, Charles Hunter Associates is presently working with a North London Borough with a fantastic reputation to recruit a locum Senior Social Worker for their Referral & Assessment service.

Based in North London, the hiring borough is well known for its high quality service, supportive management teams and well managed caseloads. You will be carrying out initial and core assessments, child protection investigations, working with court cases and supervising less experienced Social Workers.

We are seeking applications from Senior Social Workers with experience in frontline children’s services. You will have excellent knowledge and practise experience of child protection procedures, assessments and children’s services legislation. Applicants must hold a GSCC registration and social work qualification.

This position is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for a contract position in frontline children’s services. It offers a long term post which provides excellent support from higher management.

Pay rate of £26 to £30 per hour
You will have your own dedicated consultant
Range of payment options available – PAYE, Umbrella, Ltd
Referral bonus scheme offering £250 per successful hire

Charles Hunter Associates operates as an employment business.

Qualified Social Worker – Referral and Assessment – West Berks

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker / Experienced Social Worker to join a Children and Families Initial Assessment Team based in Newbury.

This opportunity would particularly suit a Qualified Social Worker who is seeking a new challenge with a modern and supportive service where the service users are at the forefront of their agenda.

As a Qualified Social Worker you will be responsible for the initial assessment of cases within particular time scales and working with vulnerable children on short term case work.

Experience Required

- Degree, post graduate or Professional Qualification in Social Work
- GSCC Registration
- Ability to carry out Section 47 inquiries
- Clear CRB disclosure or Ability to receive a clear CRB Disclosure
- Statutory experience in Children’s Services
- Car driver essential

In Return

- Between £25,000 and £34,000
- Position in a stable and well respected team.

If you are a Qualified Social Worker and are looking for Social Work then contact Charles Hunter Associates today.

Charles Hunter Associates operates as an Employment business in relation to this post.

Qualified Social Worker - Reading - Children

If you are looking for a local agency which understands not only your local area but also has an in-depth knowledge of social work then look no further than Charles Hunter Associates.

We are a Berkshire based specialist agency and presently have available a locum contract position working for a Children's Services Long Term Team. You will be undertaking core assessments, children in need assessments and child protection investigations.

To apply you must have experience working within children's services in the UK within a statutory setting. You will also be a GSCC registered social worker with a degree or DIPSW / CQSW / CSS. A drivers licence and car are an advantage.

In return you will receive excellent rates of pay - between £16 to £28 per hour depending on your experience. We also offer a continuous professional development fund, a referral bonus scheme of £250 per successful referral and your own dedicated consultant.

Charles Hunter Associates operates as an employment business in relation to the above position

Qualified Social Worker – Referral and Assessment - Hampshire

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Social Worker / Experienced Social Worker to join a Children and Families Initial Assessment Team based in Eastleigh.

This opportunity would particularly suit a Qualified Social Worker who is seeking a new challenge with a modern and supportive service where the service users are at the forefront of their agenda.

As a Qualified Social Worker you will be responsible for the initial assessment of cases within particular time scales and working with vulnerable children on short term case work.

Experience Required

- Degree, post graduate or Professional Qualification in Social Work
- GSCC Registration
- Ability to carry out Section 47 inquiries
- Clear CRB disclosure or Ability to receive a clear CRB Disclosure
- Statutory experience in Children’s Services
- Car driver essential

In Return

- Rates of between £16 – £28 per hour depending on experience
- Free CRB check paid for by us
- Locally based agency in Berkshire who understand your needs
- Continuous Professional Development Fund
- Dedicated Consultant who works with you with your career at the top of their agenda

If you are a Qualified Social Worker and are looking for Locum Work then contact Charles Hunter Associates today.

Charles Hunter Associates operates as an Employment business in relation to this post.

Social Worker – Childcare Team – South East London

As a specialist recruitment firm for contract staff, Charles Hunter Associates is presently working with a South East London Borough with a fantastic reputation to recruit a locum Social Worker for their Looked After Children’s Team.

Based in South East London, the hiring borough is well known for its high quality service, supportive management teams and well managed caseloads. You will be carrying out core assessments, child protection investigations, working with court cases, initiating care proceedings and attending meetings with external agencies.

We are seeking applications from Social Workers with experience in frontline children’s services. You will have excellent knowledge and practise experience of child protection procedures, assessments and children’s services legislation. Applicants must hold a GSCC registration and social work qualification.

This position is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for a contract position in frontline children’s services. It offers a long term post which provides excellent support from higher management.

Pay rate of £19 to £26 per hour
You will have your own dedicated consultant
Range of payment options available – PAYE, Umbrella, Ltd
Referral bonus scheme offering £250 per successful hire

Charles Hunter Associates operates as an employment business.

Social Worker – Family Placement – West Berkshire

An opportunity has arisen for a Part Time qualified Social Worker, based in West Berkshire, to join the Family Placement team to continue the development and delivery of the service.

The main aspects of the job will be recruiting, training, assessing, supervising and supporting Foster Carers and Adoptive Parents. You will be part of a well established team with an excellent record of solid performance. This vacancy is on a permanent basis and will suit a newly qualified Social Worker with relevant placement experience.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified Social Worker with relevant experience in Children’s Services
• GSCC certified

In return you will receive:

• A flexible and mobile working environment
• A permanent position in a well established and stable team
• For the more recently qualified- mentoring and coaching
• Pension

For more information on the role, please contact Charles Hunter Associates

Charles Hunter Operates as an employment business