Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Court & Child Protection TeamLocation: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council (Hybrid working options available)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Full-Time, Locum AssignmentAbout the RoleBarnsley Council is looking for a skilled and resilient Senior Social Worker to join their dynamic Court & Child Protection Team.This role is ideal for an experienced practitioner who thrives in dynamic legal environments. You w
Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Court & Child Protection TeamLocation: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council (Hybrid working options available)Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Full-Time, Locum AssignmentAbout the RoleBarnsley Council is looking for a skilled and resilient Senior Social Worker to join their dynamic Court & Child Protection Team.This role is ideal for an experienced practitioner who thrives in dynamic legal environments. You w
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking ChildrenPay Rate: £35.00 per hour About the RoleDoncaster Council is seeking an experienced and compassionate Qualified Social Worker to join their dedicated Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) & Transitions team.In this vital role, you will work directly with vulnerable young people who have arrived in the UK without adult care or support. You will be key to helping them rebuild th
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking ChildrenPay Rate: £35.00 per hour About the RoleDoncaster Council is seeking an experienced and compassionate Qualified Social Worker to join their dedicated Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) & Transitions team.In this vital role, you will work directly with vulnerable young people who have arrived in the UK without adult care or support. You will be key to helping them rebuild th
Job Title: Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - Children in Care & Care Leavers TeamOrganisation: Newcastle City CouncilPay Rate: £36.61 per hourWorking Pattern: Hybrid (split between home working and office/site base in Newcastle upon Tyne)Employment Type: Temporary / Locum ContractAbout the RoleNewcastle City Council is looking for a dedicated and skilled practitioner to join our Children in Care & Care Leavers Team. In this role, you will work closely
Job Title: Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - Children in Care & Care Leavers TeamOrganisation: Newcastle City CouncilPay Rate: £36.61 per hourWorking Pattern: Hybrid (split between home working and office/site base in Newcastle upon Tyne)Employment Type: Temporary / Locum ContractAbout the RoleNewcastle City Council is looking for a dedicated and skilled practitioner to join our Children in Care & Care Leavers Team. In this role, you will work closely
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Adult ServicesLocation: Vale of GlamorganSalary: £35.11 per hour Contract: Full-TimeWe are currently recruiting an experienced and proactive Social Worker to join the Adult Social Care team in the Vale of Glamorgan.This role focuses on promoting independence, well-being, and safety for vulnerable adults across the region. You will be joining a supportive, fast-paced local authority team dedicated to delivering high-qual
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Adult ServicesLocation: Vale of GlamorganSalary: £35.11 per hour Contract: Full-TimeWe are currently recruiting an experienced and proactive Social Worker to join the Adult Social Care team in the Vale of Glamorgan.This role focuses on promoting independence, well-being, and safety for vulnerable adults across the region. You will be joining a supportive, fast-paced local authority team dedicated to delivering high-qual
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)Location: Swansea Salary: £38.00 per hourContract: Full-TimeWe are urgently seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) in Swansea.This is a dynamic, hybrid role offering a balanced mix of office-based work at the Central Clinic, remote home working, and vital community visits. If you are passionate about providing essential support
Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)Location: Swansea Salary: £38.00 per hourContract: Full-TimeWe are urgently seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) in Swansea.This is a dynamic, hybrid role offering a balanced mix of office-based work at the Central Clinic, remote home working, and vital community visits. If you are passionate about providing essential support
Qualified Social Worker - Assessment TeamLocation: DarlingtonPay Rate: £27.56 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Darlington with flexible home working and community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced, resilient, and analytical Qualified Social Worker is required to join a fast-paced statutory Assessment Team in Darlington.Operating at the front door of children's s
Qualified Social Worker - Assessment TeamLocation: DarlingtonPay Rate: £27.56 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Darlington with flexible home working and community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced, resilient, and analytical Qualified Social Worker is required to join a fast-paced statutory Assessment Team in Darlington.Operating at the front door of children's s
Qualified Social Worker - Pre-Birth TeamLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Role OverviewAn empathetic, skilled, and child-focused Qualified Social Worker is required to join a specialist Pre-Birth Team in Middlesbrough.In this vital role, you will work with expectant parents
Qualified Social Worker - Pre-Birth TeamLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Role OverviewAn empathetic, skilled, and child-focused Qualified Social Worker is required to join a specialist Pre-Birth Team in Middlesbrough.In this vital role, you will work with expectant parents
Advanced Practitioner - Children's ServicesLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £34.45 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum contractWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Job PurposeMiddlesbrough Children's Services is seeking an exceptional, highly experienced Advanced Practitioner to join a statutory Children & Families service.In this senior, specialist practice ro
Advanced Practitioner - Children's ServicesLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £34.45 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum contractWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Job PurposeMiddlesbrough Children's Services is seeking an exceptional, highly experienced Advanced Practitioner to join a statutory Children & Families service.In this senior, specialist practice ro
Qualified Social Worker - Children's Assessment TeamLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Job PurposeMiddlesbrough Children's Services is seeking an experienced, resilient, and analytical Qualified Social Worker to join a fast-paced statutory Assessment Team.Working at the fron
Qualified Social Worker - Children's Assessment TeamLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Job PurposeMiddlesbrough Children's Services is seeking an experienced, resilient, and analytical Qualified Social Worker to join a fast-paced statutory Assessment Team.Working at the fron
Qualified Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding TeamLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Job PurposeMiddlesbrough Children's Services is seeking an experienced, resilient, and child-focused Qualified Social Worker to join a fast-paced statutory Safeguarding Team.In this vita
Qualified Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding TeamLocation: MiddlesbroughPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Middlesbrough with flexible working and home visits)Job PurposeMiddlesbrough Children's Services is seeking an experienced, resilient, and child-focused Qualified Social Worker to join a fast-paced statutory Safeguarding Team.In this vita
Social Worker - Children & Families TeamLocation: Redcar & ClevelandPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Redcar with home working and community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced and enthusiastic Qualified Social Worker is required to join a supportive Children & Families Team in Redcar & Cleveland.In this statutory role, you will work directly with
Social Worker - Children & Families TeamLocation: Redcar & ClevelandPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Redcar with home working and community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced and enthusiastic Qualified Social Worker is required to join a supportive Children & Families Team in Redcar & Cleveland.In this statutory role, you will work directly with
Social Worker - Pre-Birth & Specialist Assessment TeamLocation: Redcar & ClevelandPay Rate: £34.45 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum contractWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Redcar with home working and home visits)Role OverviewAn empathetic and highly skilled Qualified Social Worker is required to join a specialist Pre-Birth Team in Redcar & Cleveland.This specialist role focuses on completing pre-birth a
Social Worker - Pre-Birth & Specialist Assessment TeamLocation: Redcar & ClevelandPay Rate: £34.45 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum contractWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Redcar with home working and home visits)Role OverviewAn empathetic and highly skilled Qualified Social Worker is required to join a specialist Pre-Birth Team in Redcar & Cleveland.This specialist role focuses on completing pre-birth a
Social Worker - Safeguarding & Assessment Team (SAS)Location: HartlepoolPay Rate: £35.68 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Hartlepool with home working and home visits)Role OverviewAn experienced and decisive Qualified Social Worker is required to join a high-performing Safeguarding and Assessment Team (SAS) in Hartlepool.Operating at the front door of statutory c
Social Worker - Safeguarding & Assessment Team (SAS)Location: HartlepoolPay Rate: £35.68 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum assignmentWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Hartlepool with home working and home visits)Role OverviewAn experienced and decisive Qualified Social Worker is required to join a high-performing Safeguarding and Assessment Team (SAS) in Hartlepool.Operating at the front door of statutory c
Senior Social Worker - Children & Families TeamLocation: Stockton-on-TeesPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum positionWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Stockton with home working and community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced and dedicated Senior Social Worker is required to join a supportive, child-centered Children & Families Team in Stockton-on-Tees.In this role, you will hold a complex c
Senior Social Worker - Children & Families TeamLocation: Stockton-on-TeesPay Rate: £31.74 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Ongoing locum positionWorking Model: Hybrid (Office-based in Stockton with home working and community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced and dedicated Senior Social Worker is required to join a supportive, child-centered Children & Families Team in Stockton-on-Tees.In this role, you will hold a complex c
Job Title: Temporary Residential Support WorkerPay Rate: Up to £22 per hourLocation: AuchterarderAre you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for total control over your schedule? Join a high-performing team in Auchterarder delivering exceptional, person-centred care to young people facing social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.Working with a leading specialist residential service set on a campus in Perthshire, you will step in to pro
Job Title: Temporary Residential Support WorkerPay Rate: Up to £22 per hourLocation: AuchterarderAre you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for total control over your schedule? Join a high-performing team in Auchterarder delivering exceptional, person-centred care to young people facing social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.Working with a leading specialist residential service set on a campus in Perthshire, you will step in to pro
Are you a qualified Social Worker, passionate about safeguarding adults, promoting independence, well-being, and person-centred care?Job Title: Team Manager - AdultsLocation: Renfrewshire (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced, high-calibre Social Work Team Manager
Are you a qualified Social Worker, passionate about safeguarding adults, promoting independence, well-being, and person-centred care?Job Title: Team Manager - AdultsLocation: Renfrewshire (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced, high-calibre Social Work Team Manager
Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable families?Location: Highlands, Scotland (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join a dedicated, supportive team in t
Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable families?Location: Highlands, Scotland (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join a dedicated, supportive team in t
Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable families?Location: Borders, Scotland (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join a dedicated, supportive team in the
Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable families?Location: Borders, Scotland (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join a dedicated, supportive team in the
Locum Social Worker - Children with Disabilities (CWD)Hourly Rate: £39.19 Contract Type: Temporary / Locum Location: Blaenau Gwent Are you a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker with a passion for advocating for children with complex needs and their families? We are currently seeking an experienced practitioner to join a supportive and fast-paced Children with Disabilities (CWD) team.At a highly competitive rate of £39.19 per hour, this role offers th
Locum Social Worker - Children with Disabilities (CWD)Hourly Rate: £39.19 Contract Type: Temporary / Locum Location: Blaenau Gwent Are you a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker with a passion for advocating for children with complex needs and their families? We are currently seeking an experienced practitioner to join a supportive and fast-paced Children with Disabilities (CWD) team.At a highly competitive rate of £39.19 per hour, this role offers th
Senior Social Work Practitioner - Locality TeamLocation: Pembroke / PembrokeshireContract Type: Full-Time / Permanent (or Locum)Salary: Highly Competitive (Commensurate with experience)Step into a crucial leadership role within our Pembroke Locality Team. We are seeking a highly skilled and resilient Senior Social Work Practitioner to manage complex community cases while championing best practices and providing vital mentorship to the wider team.In this se
Senior Social Work Practitioner - Locality TeamLocation: Pembroke / PembrokeshireContract Type: Full-Time / Permanent (or Locum)Salary: Highly Competitive (Commensurate with experience)Step into a crucial leadership role within our Pembroke Locality Team. We are seeking a highly skilled and resilient Senior Social Work Practitioner to manage complex community cases while championing best practices and providing vital mentorship to the wider team.In this se
Are you a qualified Mental Health Officer (MHO), with a passion for safeguarding rights, complex mental health care, and promoting person-centred support?Job Title: Qualified Mental Health Officer (MHO)Location: Edinburgh (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Menta
Are you a qualified Mental Health Officer (MHO), with a passion for safeguarding rights, complex mental health care, and promoting person-centred support?Job Title: Qualified Mental Health Officer (MHO)Location: Edinburgh (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Menta
Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable families?Location: East Dunbartonshire, Scotland (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join a dedicated, supportive
Are you a qualified Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable families?Location: East Dunbartonshire, Scotland (Multiple sites / Hybrid)Contract Duration: Minimum 3 Months (Strong possibility of extension)Pay Rate: Competitive Hourly Rate (Weekly Payroll)Work Model: Flexible / LocumAbout the RoleRandstad Social Care is seeking an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join a dedicated, supportive
Are you a qualified social worker with a passion for safeguarding children and promoting their well-being?We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced social worker to join a dedicated team in West Dunbartonshire. We are looking for a compassionate and motivated professional dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. If you're ready to make a real difference and bring your enthusiasm and dedication to the role, we
Are you a qualified social worker with a passion for safeguarding children and promoting their well-being?We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced social worker to join a dedicated team in West Dunbartonshire. We are looking for a compassionate and motivated professional dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. If you're ready to make a real difference and bring your enthusiasm and dedication to the role, we
Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge TeamLocation: Sunderland (Integrated Health & Social Care Services)Pay Rate: £37.76 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Initial 3-6 month contract with strong likelihood of extensionWorking Model: Hybrid / On-site (Hospital-based with community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced, dedicated Qualified Social Worker is required to join a high-performing Hospital Discharge Team based in
Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge TeamLocation: Sunderland (Integrated Health & Social Care Services)Pay Rate: £37.76 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Initial 3-6 month contract with strong likelihood of extensionWorking Model: Hybrid / On-site (Hospital-based with community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced, dedicated Qualified Social Worker is required to join a high-performing Hospital Discharge Team based in
Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge TeamLocation: Sunderland (Integrated Health & Social Care Services)Pay Rate: £37.76 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Initial 3-6 month contract with strong likelihood of extensionWorking Model: Hybrid / On-site (Hospital-based with community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced, dedicated Qualified Social Worker is required to join a high-performing Hospital Discharge Team based in
Qualified Social Worker - Hospital Discharge TeamLocation: Sunderland (Integrated Health & Social Care Services)Pay Rate: £37.76 per hour (Umbrella)Contract Type: Full-time (37 hours per week), Initial 3-6 month contract with strong likelihood of extensionWorking Model: Hybrid / On-site (Hospital-based with community visits)Role OverviewAn experienced, dedicated Qualified Social Worker is required to join a high-performing Hospital Discharge Team based in
The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Support and Protect Team based in Workington. This team is at the forefront of safeguarding, working with children and families to accurately identify needs and ensure appropriate services are provided at the right time to achieve the best possible outcomes.Working Pattern & Model [Non-Negotiable]This role offers a structured hybrid working model designed to balance frontl
The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join our Support and Protect Team based in Workington. This team is at the forefront of safeguarding, working with children and families to accurately identify needs and ensure appropriate services are provided at the right time to achieve the best possible outcomes.Working Pattern & Model [Non-Negotiable]This role offers a structured hybrid working model designed to balance frontl
Carlisle, Cumbria (Hybrid - 3 days on-site / 2 days remote)Pay Rate: £45.00 per hourContract: Full-time (37 hours per week), Temporary/AgencyThe RoleAre you a dedicated Social Worker looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families in Cumbria? We are seeking an experienced practitioner to join the Support and Protect Team in Carlisle. This is a frontline role focused on providing high-quality support and robust protection for chi
Carlisle, Cumbria (Hybrid - 3 days on-site / 2 days remote)Pay Rate: £45.00 per hourContract: Full-time (37 hours per week), Temporary/AgencyThe RoleAre you a dedicated Social Worker looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families in Cumbria? We are seeking an experienced practitioner to join the Support and Protect Team in Carlisle. This is a frontline role focused on providing high-quality support and robust protection for chi
Are you a passionate Social Worker looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities?Randstad has partnered with Renfrewshire Council to recruit a dedicated Social Worker to join their dynamic, supportive Learning Disabilities Team. In this rewarding role, you will work alongside individuals, families, and multidisciplinary colleagues to promote independence, human rights, and person-centred care across local communitie
Are you a passionate Social Worker looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities?Randstad has partnered with Renfrewshire Council to recruit a dedicated Social Worker to join their dynamic, supportive Learning Disabilities Team. In this rewarding role, you will work alongside individuals, families, and multidisciplinary colleagues to promote independence, human rights, and person-centred care across local communitie
Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a new challenge? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families?We are seeking a dynamic and committed Social Worker to join a Children and Families Intake Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of child protection and family support, working within a supportive and collaborative environment. Benefits of our brilliant rewards package include:Flex
Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a new challenge? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families?We are seeking a dynamic and committed Social Worker to join a Children and Families Intake Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of child protection and family support, working within a supportive and collaborative environment. Benefits of our brilliant rewards package include:Flex
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join the Children and Families Long Term Team in Moray. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in our community, supporting those who require long-term assistance and safeguarding. As a Social Worker, you will play a key role in promoting the well-being, safety, and development of children, working closely with families, other
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Worker to join the Children and Families Long Term Team in Moray. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in our community, supporting those who require long-term assistance and safeguarding. As a Social Worker, you will play a key role in promoting the well-being, safety, and development of children, working closely with families, other