Charles Hunter Associates

Children's Social Worker

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Child Protection and Children in Need Team.



This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.



About the team


This team works to safeguard children and young people throughout the borough.

Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression.

The team deals with cases of CP and CIN level - initial court proceedings are part of the team's responsibilities, but this is then transferred to the CIC team after the first hearing.



About you


A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' post qualification experience is essential for this role (a completed ASYE is counted as one completed year).

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as key experience in initial court proceedings.

A valid UK driving licence and car is preferred but not essential for this role.



What's on offer?



  • £37.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)

  • “Outstanding” and “Good” Ofsted inspection results

  • Hybrid working scheme

  • Easily accessible via car or public transport

  • Parking available/ nearby

  • Supportive management structure



For more information, please get in contact


Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant


0118 948 5555 / 07990044930




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