34 Social Worker jobs in South Africa

• Gauteng Children’s Rights Committee (GCRC)
  
  

Social Worker at Gauteng Children’s Rights Committee (GCRC)

• Deadline:
  
  

13 August 2025

• Region:
  
  

Gauteng

• Salary:
  
  

R14 000 p/m (GROSS)

• Type of employment:
  
  

Temporary

Job Description

Job Type: 3 months contract

Location: Evaton, Gauteng

Qualifications And Requirements

• 4 years Social Work degree with 1 -2 yrs experience in child protection
• Valid driver’s license (You are eligible to apply if your driver’s license is valid and YOU CAN DRIVE. If you have a driver’s license but you cannot drive, please do not bother to apply. We do test short listed candidates).
• Valid Registration with SACSSP
• Proficiency in African Languages
  
  

How to apply

Please send CV to: The Executive Director, email: .

Enquiries:

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01 August 2025

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Job Title: Experienced Social Worker

Specialism: Safeguarding Early Response Team

Job Location: Worcester, UK

Salary: £31.27 Hourly

Salary Type: Ongoing

Grab this thrilling opportunity to join the Safeguarding Early Response Team in Worcester as an Experienced Social Worker. Offering a competitive hourly rate of £31.27, this full-time role (37 hours per week, 09:00 to 17:00) promises both rewarding work and a chance to make a real difference in your community. This position is inside IR35, ensuring the reliability of an ongoing income stream. As you step into this dynamic world of Social Care – Qualified, become a valued asset to Worcestershire County Council.

Perks and benefits:

• Enjoy the flexibility and variety provided by this locum position – perfect for those who crave change and thrive in dynamic work environments.
• Benefit from a supportive team that encourages professional growth and makes sure you never feel alone on your journey.
• With opportunities to enhance your skills through various training programmes, this role is set to elevate your career.
• Additionally, take advantage of a comprehensive employee assistance programme, offering support across personal and professional challenges.

What you will do:

• Rapidly assess and respond to cases, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to deliver effective safeguarding interventions.
• Maintain accurate case records and prepare detailed reports for assessments and court proceedings.
• Offer guidance and support to families experiencing crisis, promoting their welfare and development.
• Liaise with service users and their families, fostering trust and building effective communication channels.
• Participate in reflective supervision, contributing to the continuous improvement of social work practice.

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Duration: Immediate until 30th of November 2024

Reporting to: Out of School Manager

Organisational Background

Centre for Community Impact (CCI) is a non-profit South African organisation based in Pretoria. We aim to be a centre of excellence in strategic health and development communication programs that are centred around meaningful Community Engagement.

Position Summary

Effective oversight of safe space operations and primary supervision of community teams. Provision of Professional Counselling Services to all programme beneficiaries.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Provide Leadership and supportive supervision to community team to ensure that they fulfil their daily duties.
2. Oversee Safe Space operations and rollout of daily activities.
3. Develop a daily schedule of Safe Space activities.
4. Screen, identify and provide guidance and counselling to in and out of School AYPs experiencing psychosocial challenges.
5. Attend and participate in various local stakeholders’ meetings.
6. Provide orientation training to Community team i.e. SAWs, PGTs and ACs, CYCWs, CCGs, MFs, AO, SO, HK, AMBs.
7. Consolidate Monthly and Quarterly Community Component Reports from teams.

Minimum Requirements

1. An appropriate 4-year Bachelor Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA.
2. Current registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP).
3. Minimum of 5 years appropriate / recognizable experience in social work involving case management after registration as a Social Worker with SACSSP.
4. At least 3 years’ experience working with Adolescents and Youth programs.
5. Good writing skills that will enable the incumbent to compile reports.
6. Good communication, listening and problem-solving skills.
7. Computer literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
8. Ability to work individually and as a team.
9. Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour, social systems, and skills to intervene at a point where people interact with their environment to promote their well-being.
10. People Management and empowerment skills.
11. Information and knowledge management skills.
12. Knowledge of programme and project management skills.

Application Process

1. Interested candidates should submit an updated CV to CCI Human Resources at
2. Please use the job title “Social Worker – Bojanala” as the subject line for your application.
3. Only email submissions will be accepted or considered.
4. The closing date for applications is the 10th of August 2024.
5. Late applications will NOT be accepted or considered.

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Faircape Health, a division of the Faircape Group, is dedicated to enhancing lives through state-of-the-art Healthcare Centres at our luxury lifestyle villages. Our extensively trained staff and comprehensive activity programmes enable the provision of frail, dementia, palliative care, restorative care and rehabilitation to patients in a safe and secure environment. We are seeking a Social Worker to provide support and services to residents within the healthcare and villages as required. This position will be for Tokai Estate, based in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. The Social Worker have to do psychosocial assessments, advocate for the residents best interest and provide emotional support. What We Offer: At Faircape, we value our employees and offer a range of benefits, including: A collaborative and supportive environment where youll work alongside experts who share your passion for making a meaningful impact. Additional leave rewards for long-term commitment. Recognition for your dedication through quarterly performance bonuses. Exclusive discounts on high-speed internet , ensuring you stay connected. Become part of a supportive team where your skills as a social worker contribute to our mission of providing exceptional care and support to our community. Specific duties include but is not limited to the following: Provide emotional support and counselling to residents and/or their family members Guide residents through the transition into care or changes in health status Facilitate care decision-making when family members are not available Help navigate and de-escalate challenging family dynamics Coordinate and support the process of curatorship applications Implementation of the Older Persons Act 13 of 2006 Present therapeutic group sessions to residents and or their family members. Participating in monthly Multi Disciplinary Team meetings Providing training to various members of staff based on need and request Writing health educational/promotional material for newsletters to families and residents Responsible for meeting defined key performance indicators (KPIs) Leave cover for critical positions such as the Discharge Planner/ Rehabilitation Coordinator within our Sub-Acute Post discharge follow up phone calls with patients Requirements: Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Social Work Experience and Knowledge Relevant experience in a similar role Training and experience in counselling Experience in investigative social work Training in bereavement, palliative care and dementia care will be beneficial Experience working with the Mental Healthcare Act will be beneficial Knowledge pertaining to external private and government frail cares and home care services will be beneficial Knowledge of the Older Person Act Previous experience with curatorship applications would be beneficial Skills and Attributes Clinical Assessment Skills: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' medical, psychological, and social needs to develop effective treatment plans. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to effectively interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Time Management: Strong organisational skills to handle multiple cases simultaneously. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify potential discharge barriers and develop creative solutions to address them. Demonstrate respect for the individuality of the patients and families Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships Demonstrates analytical and critical thinking abilities with proactive decision making and negotiation skills Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to ensure that all aspects of the clients needs are addressed and nothing is overlooked. Proactive Approach: Initiative to anticipate patient needs and potential obstacles, taking proactive steps to address them. Specific Requirements Please attach solid and positive written recommendation letters Clear health record Clear credit record No criminal record Working Hours - Normal working days are Monday to Friday, 08h00 to 17h00 Faircape offers a market related salary. The amount offered will be dependent on qualifications, experience, and other market-related factors. To see more about Faircape and what we have to offer go and look at our informative website Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

About us : Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely.We're committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.

Since our inception, we've helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto.We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way.All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk, and technical security standards.

Transparency is key for us.Luno stores all crypto on a 1 : 1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure.We're available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely.About the team : Luno's mission is to put the power of crypto in everyone's hands and our exceptionally talented Legal team ensures that we are on solid legal ground every step of the way.

The team exists to provide Luno and its people with the best environment possible to achieve our mission.Whether that's by implementing policies and procedures to protect our customers and their funds, working with regulators and law enforcement to benefit the industry as a whole, or figuring out the finer details of complex relationships with third parties, we're here to ensure the foundations are in place for Luno to succeed.The role in a nutshell : We're looking for an exceptional lawyer to join our busy Legal team as Legal Counsel.You will be based at Luno's Cape Town office and be an integral part of a growing Legal team that seeks to provide world-class service to our business globally.

You will provide clear, focused, and pragmatic advice on the full spectrum of legal matters impacting a rapidly growing and truly global business in a pioneering industry.The role requires you to be dynamic and commercially minded, and to problem-solve for the business on a day-to-day basis.Your mission will be : Providing timely and proactive advice to the executive team and internal business stakeholders.Advising on, and working with teams in business to implement, a wide array of strategic commercial projects, including marketing campaigns, new products, and business models.Contract drafting, negotiation, and reviewing for and with internal business stakeholders.Working with and managing external legal advisors, as required.Engaging with global regulators and working on regulatory approvals and licenses, as required.Assisting in establishing and managing legal policies and procedures.Monitoring and keeping abreast of global policy and regulatory developments and informing the business of updates and changes.Playing a key role in raising internal awareness of key legal issues that affect our customers and our business.Assisting in resolving customer issues where necessary and ensuring our customers enjoy stellar service.In your first six months, you will : Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in the business across all jurisdictions where Luno operates.Develop a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter relevant to your role.Become an integral member of Luno's legal team, demonstrating critical judgment and an ability to work independently and as part of a team.A little about you : 2-4 years experience post articles of clerkship at a reputable law firm or in-house role.Strong academic credentials, with a law degree from a top law school or tertiary institution.Excellent communication skills, analytical rigor, and high attention to detail.A strong team player, with high EQ and a positive attitude.The ability to manage and deliver on multiple projects with competing deadlines.Sound business judgment, and a pragmatic approach, producing top quality, concise, and practical legal advice across a broad range of matters.Willingness and flexibility to learn and adapt in an exciting and evolving industry.The ability to think critically and creatively to solve complex problems, while protecting Luno from unacceptable risk.The ability to work across teams, functions, and geographies, with high autonomy.Basic knowledge of and passion for cryptocurrencies (advantageous).Life at Luno : Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office.

Plus the option to buy and sell up to 5 days leave.

Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance.

Access to Learnably and our additional learning platforms for your personal and professional development.

6 months primary care-giver leave.

Paw-ternity leave for your furry friend.

Annual Inspiration Day in addition to your annual leave which increases based on your length of service!

A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events and virtual cooking, dancing, drawing, and house planting classes hosted by our Lunauts.

Free lunch and snacks.

0 fees up to a certain amount with Luno from the day you start.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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sector:

sub-sector: Community

type: Temporary

location: North West

Are you a qualified Children’s Social Worker looking for flexible temporary work?

Sensible Staffing is currently recruiting Children’s Social Workers to join teams across various service areas, including:

Safeguarding
Child Protection
Fostering
Family Support & Social Services
Adoption

We welcome applications from social workers with experience in at least one of these areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments and care planning to safeguard and support children and families.
• Work closely with children at risk, ensuring their safety and well-being .
• Support foster carers, adoptive parents, and families in need of intervention.
• Provide direct support and advocacy for children and young people.
• Collaborate with multi-agency teams , including education, health, and legal services.
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to service improvements.

Requirements:

Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).
Registered with Social Work England (or relevant body) .
Experience in at least one of the following areas: Safeguarding, Child Protection, Fostering, Family Support, or Adoption .
Strong understanding of relevant legislation (Children Act, Working Together to Safeguard Children, Care Planning Regulations).
Ability to work independently and within a team .
A compassionate and proactive approach to working with children and families.

Why Work with Sensible Staffing?

Competitive pay rates and flexible working arrangements.
Opportunities to gain experience across multiple children’s services .
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
Access to exclusive job opportunities across local authorities and children’s trusts.

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Are you a qualified Adult Social Worker looking for temporary work?

Sensible Staffing is currently recruiting Adult Social Workers to join teams across various service areas, including:
Learning Disabilities
Safeguarding
Mental Health
Forensic Social Work
Intervention & Crisis Support

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct assessments and care planning to support adults with a range of needs.

Provide safeguarding support , managing risk and ensuring compliance with legal frameworks.

Work with individuals to promote independence, well-being, and positive outcomes .

Collaborate with multi-agency teams , including health professionals, housing, and legal services.

Maintain accurate case records and contribute to service improvements.

Requirements:

Degree in Social Work (or equivalent qualification).
Registered with Social Work England (or relevant body) .
Experience in at least one of the following areas: Learning Disabilities, Safeguarding, Mental Health, Forensic, or Crisis Intervention .
Strong understanding of relevant legislation (Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act).
Ability to work independently and within a team .
A flexible and proactive approach to work.

Why Work with Sensible Staffing?

Competitive pay rates and flexible working arrangements.
Opportunities to gain experience across multiple specialisms .
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
Access to exclusive job opportunities across local authorities and NHS trusts.

If you are applying for the first time, please complete all fields below

Already registered with Sensible Staffing? Just enter your name, contact number and email.

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• Park Care Centre
  
  

Junior Social Worker at Park Care Centre

• Deadline:
  
  

20 August 2025

• Region:
  
  

Johannesburg

• Salary:
  
  

Competitive salary package

• Type of employment:
  
  

Full time

Job Description

Location: Parktown, Johannesburg

Are you a compassionate Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults? Park Care Centre is seeking a dedicated Junior Social Worker with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a relevant healthcare or elder care setting. We are a registered NPO, faith based with close ties to the Dutch Reformed Church and strong Christian values and ethos.

We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
  
  

Join our dynamic team and contribute to a compassionate, person-centered care environment that values professionalism, empathy, and excellence.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain and contribute to high standards of service and care.
• Provide counselling to residents and families.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and care planning for residents.
• Coordinate wellness and active aging initiatives.
• Advocate for residents' rights and facilitate family support meetings.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.
• Maintain accurate records, write professional reports, and ensure compliance with care standards.
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in social work within a frail care, geriatric, or healthcare environment.
• Ability to manage active aging programs which promote dignity, wellness, and engagement.
• Experience in community work
• Highly energetic group facilitation skills.
• Compassionate approach and commitment to person-centered care.
• Strong organizational and case management skills.
• Conflict and problem-solving skills
• Excellent report writing abilities & administrative skills.
• Registration with the SACSSP.
• Police Clearance Certificate (not older than 6 months).
• Driver’s license
• Non-Smoker.
  
  

How to apply

To Apply: Send your CV, relevant documents and a cover letter to: or

Closing Date: 20 August 2025 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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• Park Care Centre
  
  

Junior Social Worker at Park Care Centre

• Deadline:
  
  

20 August 2025

• Region:
  
  

Johannesburg

• Salary:
  
  

Competitive salary package

• Type of employment:
  
  

Full time

Job Description

Location: Parktown, Johannesburg

Are you a compassionate Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults? Park Care Centre is seeking a dedicated Junior Social Worker with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a relevant healthcare or elder care setting. We are a registered NPO, faith based with close ties to the Dutch Reformed Church and strong Christian values and ethos.

We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
  
  

Join our dynamic team and contribute to a compassionate, person-centered care environment that values professionalism, empathy, and excellence.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain and contribute to high standards of service and care.
• Provide counselling to residents and families.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and care planning for residents.
• Coordinate wellness and active aging initiatives.
• Advocate for residents' rights and facilitate family support meetings.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.
• Maintain accurate records, write professional reports, and ensure compliance with care standards.
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in social work within a frail care, geriatric, or healthcare environment.
• Ability to manage active aging programs which promote dignity, wellness, and engagement.
• Experience in community work
• Highly energetic group facilitation skills.
• Compassionate approach and commitment to person-centered care.
• Strong organizational and case management skills.
• Conflict and problem-solving skills
• Excellent report writing abilities & administrative skills.
• Registration with the SACSSP.
• Police Clearance Certificate (not older than 6 months).
• Driver’s license
• Non-Smoker.
  
  

How to apply

To Apply: Send your CV, relevant documents and a cover letter to: or

Closing Date: 20 August 2025 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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• Date posted:
  
  

08 August 2025

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