LinkedIn has worked for me. I would recommend updating your profile and searching for them. They might even contact you once they see your qualifications
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Can't speak for contracting work specifically, but I got my current position from a recruiter on LinkedIn.
How did that go? From finding the recruiter to getting the job, I have no idea how it usually goes.
It went surprisingly smoothly. I sent an updated resume and filled out their application, then we met for a first round of interviews, then after passing I went to their office for a final round of interviews.
Naturally, I still had to go through their usual application process. I think having a recruiter recommend me helped to ensure someone actually read the resume though.
As mentioned, LinkedIn seems to be the prime spot for getting initial work in both employed and contracted work, currently.
Long term, you want to "always be networking", as much work will come from word of mouth. Make sure to be creating contacts and relationships at each job you do get, as you never know who the next lot of work might come from.
I did some contracting for a brief period. My second contract came from the personal assistant of the Managing Director for the first job. We chatted a few times whilst I was working there, and it turned out her husband ran a software firm and was in need of my skill set. My understanding is that this type of situation is not uncommon.