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We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join a Referral and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years permanent post qualified experience in a Local Authority.
About the team
This is a short-term team working with children and families as the first point of contact for assessment and potential intervention.
The team will complete Section 47, Section 17 and Section 7 assessments to assess the severity of the situation and ensure it is dealt with accordingly.
This team works to a therapeutic practice.
About you
The successful candidate will need to have knowledge of working in a children's setting relevant to appropriate legislation for the post.
A valid UK driving licence and car is essential.
A minimum of 3 years permanent post qualified experience must have also social work degree.
What's on offer
£38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Parking available/nearby
Easily accessible via car or public transport
Hybrid working model
Flexible working scheme
Fast paced, short term case holding
For more information, please get in touch
Zoe Bellinger - Team Manager
07384466390 - Zbellinger@charecruitment.com
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Type: Contract Location: East Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour + Rolling Contract
Posted: 2026-10-13 08:53:04
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We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker within Quality Assurance service to be the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)
Do not apply if you do not have a Social Work qualification with a minimum 3 years permanent experience with an English local authority.
About the Team
The post-holder will manage and oversee allegations and concerns about adults who work with children, ensuring that allegations are dealt with promptly, fairly and consistently, balancing the need to safeguard children whilst supporting employers and professionals through the process.
The LADO will provide expert safeguarding advice, chair multi-agency allegations management meetings, monitor the progress of investigations and contribute to safeguarding learning, quality assurance and service improvement activity across the children's workforce.
About you
An enthusiastic and committed Social Worker who can work effectively within a children's service.
Social Workers must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualifying experience.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are also required.
Essential Requirements
Recognised social work qualification.
Up to date registration with Social Work England
Identify patterns, trends and emerging safeguarding risks.
Undertake audits and quality assurance activity relating to allegations management.
Contribute to safeguarding reviews, practice development and service improvement.
Determine whether concerns meet the threshold for LADO involvement.
What's on offer
£47.50 Per Hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid Working
For more information, please get in contact
Alfie Emmett-Church
Aemmett@charecruitment.com
07553040465
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Type: Permanent Location: Devon, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £47.50 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-12 17:14:32
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We are looking for a Social worker to join a Children with Disabilities team
Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
The team works closely with families and carers to understand individual needs, create tailored care plans, and offer continuous support.
This team is a through-service working with children and young people who have learning or physical disabilities.
This means the team work with children at all stages of intervention whether long or short term.
Ensuring that every case is approached with a child-centred focus to support positive outcomes and effective case progression is key to the team's continued success.
About you
The successful candidate will have extensive experience within a frontline Children's Safeguarding Social Work team, along with specialist experience working within Children with Disabilities (CWD) services.
You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualified experience in a relevant Children's Social Work.
A valid UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle is essential for this job role.
What's on offer?
£33.30 per hour (PAYE payments available also)
‘Good' Ofsted 2023 inspections
Hybrid working available
Supportive management with supportive structure
Parking onsite / nearby
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: West Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £33.30 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-12 16:26:02
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We are looking for a Children's Social Woker to join a Children with disabilities team
Do not apply for this role if you do not have 3 years' permanent experience post qualification as a Children's Social Worker
About the Role
This team works with children and young people who have learning or physical disabilities, ensuring that every case is approached with a child-centred focus to support positive outcomes and effective case progression.
The role involves working closely with parents, carers, and partner agencies to identify and reduce risks to the child's welfare, while ensuring that the needs, voice, and best interests of the child remain at the centre of all decision-making.
The team hold themselves on offering efficient and effective services offering good value for money.
About You
The successful candidate will have extensive experience within a frontline Children's Safeguarding Social Work team, along with specialist experience working within Children with Disabilities (CWD) services.
You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualified experience in a relevant Children's Social Work setting.
A valid UK driving license is essnetial for this job role
What's on offer?
£36.00 per hour (PAYE payments available also)
Hybrid working available
Parking on site/ nearby
Support Management and regular supervision
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £36.00 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-12 16:23:34
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We are looking for a Team Manager to join a Referal and Assessment Team.
Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years experience post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
This team acts as the first point of contact for all safeguarding concerns and requests for support regarding children in the local community.
The team manage the incoming referrals from schools, health professionals and the public when concerns regarding the children's safety.
The role of this team is to ensure that the referrals receive the appropriate level of need required in a timely manner, they play a vital role in the progression of each allegation and case.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experiences is essential to be considered for this role.
Ability to be flexible resilient and reflective is also essential.
What's on offer?
£44.77 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working scheme
Great opportunity to work in a specialist team
Parking available nearby/ onsite
Easily accessible offices
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £44.77 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-12 16:23:04
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We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker within a Fostering Team in the Berkshire area on a Locum Basis with a minimum 6 month guaranteed Contract (30 hours per week).
Do not apply if you do not have a Social Work qualification with a minimum 3 years permanent experience with an English local authority.
About the team
The role involves recruiting, training, supervising, and supporting foster carers, assessing foster families, and matching children with suitable placements.
It also includes working with professionals and partner agencies, maintaining accurate confidential records, participating in duty cover, and ensuring high-quality services that promote children's safety and well-being.
About you
An enthusiastic and committed Social Worker who can work effectively within a children's service.
Social Workers must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualifying experience.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are also required.
Essential requirements
Recognised social work qualification.
Up to date registration with Social Work England
Practical experience of applying assessment skills within statutory social work settings
Knowledge of child protection, children in care and associated child in need social work practice issues and knowledge of methods of social work intervention
Up to date knowledge of social work applications i.e.
attachment theory, enabling change, behaviour and behaviour management.
What's on offer
£37.00 Per Hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid Working
Ofsted Good
Parking onsite/nearby available
Great work to lifestyle balance
Supported Management Structure
For more information, please get in contact
Alfie Emmett-Church
Aemmett@charecruitment.com
07553040465
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Type: Contract Location: Newbury, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £37 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-09 15:18:50
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We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Looked After Children (LAC) Team within the Berkshire Area.
Do not apply if you do not have a Social Work qualification with a minimum 3 years permanent experience with an English local authority.
About the team
The role of this team is to support, safeguard and plan for the children and young people who are in care.
They are responsible for providing ongoing support, building relationships with the children and completing regular visits.
This team is also involved with making and evaluating the care plan for the child and taking all care proceedings from the first hearing.
About you
Essential to have previous experience working with children in care, safeguarding, or working with children and young people with disabilities, your application will be highly regarded.
Social Workers must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualifying experience. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are also required.
What's on offer?
£40.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid Working Scheme
Supported Management throughout working
Parking available onsite/ nearby
Immediate start available
For more information, please get in contact
Alfie Emmett-Church Aemmett@charecruitment.com
07553040465
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Type: Contract Location: Chippenham, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £40 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-09 14:11:14
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We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Looked After Children Team.
Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experiences in permanent contract/s.
About the team
The role of this team is to support, safeguard and plan for the children and young people who are in care.
They are responsible for providing ongoing support, building relationships with the children and completing regular visits.
This team is also involved with making and evaluating the care plan for the child and taking all care proceedings.
About you
Having experience with court work and care proceedings is a key for this role.
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW).
A valid UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What's on offer?
£33.30 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Parking available / nearby
Easily accessible offices via car or public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
jsipson@charecruitment.com / 07775750600 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: West Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £33.30 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 17:12:34
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We are looking for an Adult Social Worker to join the Hospital Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team:
The Hospital Team plays a vital role in supporting adults during their hospital stay and ensuring safe, timely discharges back into the community.
Working in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment, the team undertakes Care Act assessments, safeguarding enquiries, mental capacity assessments, and discharge planning.
You will work closely with health professionals, families, and partner agencies to promote independence and achieve positive outcomes for service users.
This is a locum opportunity with a stable contract.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 2-year experience is essential to be considered for this role.
Experience working in an Adult's Service lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £30.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Greater Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £30 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 16:22:02
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We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join the Duty and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team:
The Duty and Assessment Team responds to new referrals, completes timely assessments and identifies the support needed to safeguard children.
You will work with families and partner agencies, manage risk and make child-centred decisions that achieve positive outcomes.
This is a locum opportunity, offering a stable contract.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3-year experience is essential to be considered for this role.
Experience working in a Children's Service lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £39.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: Greater Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £39 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 16:04:34
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We are looking for a Children's Team Manager to join the UASC (Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children's) Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team:
The UASC Team supports unaccompanied asylum-seeking children through assessment, care planning and safeguarding.
As Team Manager, you will lead and supervise social workers, oversee statutory responsibilities and ensure high-quality, child-centred practice.
You will work with partner agencies to promote stability and positive outcomes for young people.
This is a locum opportunity, offering a stable contract.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3-year experience is essential to be considered for this role.
Experience working in a MASH Children's Service lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £41.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: West Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £41 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 15:51:29
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Children's First Response Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 year's permanent experience, as per the new DfE Guidelines.
About the Team:
The Children's Social Work First Response Team is the initial point of contact for concerns about a child's safety or wellbeing.
Your day to day will be to assess referrals, determine the level of risk, and decide whether a child needs protection or support.
Working closely with other agencies through the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH).
This role offers a rewarding hourly rate and a stable contract opportunity.
About You:
To be considered, you must have:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience
Previous experience within a Children Frontline Team
A full UK Driver's License is essential
What's on Offer:
Competitive pay - up to £38.00 hourly (umbrella), with PAYE options available
Hybrid working for better work-life balance
Opportunity to develop specialist skills in a focused team
Access to excellent training and development
Regular supervision and a supportive management structure
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: Leicestershire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 15:45:00
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We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join the Duty and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years permanent post qualified experience within a direct local authority.
About the team:
The Duty and Assessment Service is responsible for receiving and responding to referrals where children and families may need support or where safeguarding concerns have been raised.
The team undertakes initial assessments, responds to urgent safeguarding matters and completes section 47 enquiries where required.
Working closely with children, families and partner agencies, the service focuses on identifying risk and need at the earliest opportunity and ensuring the right support, intervention or longer-term plan is put in place.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3-year experience is essential to be considered for this role.
Experience working in a Frontline Children's Service lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £37.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375 - ggordon@charecruitment.com
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Type: Contract Location: Lincolnshire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £37 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 15:42:56
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We are looking for an Adult Social Worker to join the Community Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team:
The Community Team supports adults with a range of care and support needs, completing Care Act assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries and mental capacity work.
The team works closely with individuals, families, carers and partner agencies to promote independence, manage risk and ensure that person-centred care and support plans are in place.
This is a varied role suited to a confident Adult Social Worker with strong assessment, safeguarding and case management skills within a frontline adult services setting.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 2-year experience is essential to be considered for this role.
Experience working in a Frontline Adult Service lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £32.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375 - ggordon@charecruitment.com ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Kingston Upon Hull, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £32 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 15:42:36
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We are looking for a Children Social Worker to join the MASH Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team:
The MASH Team works with partner agencies to assess safeguarding concerns and identify appropriate support for children and families.
The role involves gathering information, analysing risk and making timely decisions to safeguard children.
You will liaise with families and professionals to ensure effective outcomes.
This is a locum opportunity.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3-year experience is essential to be considered for this role.
Experience working in a MASH Children's Service lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £35.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: South Yorkshire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £35 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 15:32:38
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We are looking for an Adult Social Worker to join the CHC Reviews Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team:
The CHC Reviews Team assesses adults' care needs and works with health partners to deliver person-centred support.
The role involves completing reviews, assessing eligibility and ensuring care plans reflect current needs.
You will liaise with individuals, families and professionals to support effective outcomes.
This is a locum opportunity.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 2-year experience is essential to be considered for this role.
Experience working in a Frontline Adult Service lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
Up to £30.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
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Type: Contract Location: Greater Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £30 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-08 15:24:32
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Looking for a senior health and safety role where you can influence strategy, lead improvement and make a real difference across a large organisation? This is an excellent opportunity to take on a key management position within a busy Operations team, covering maternity leave for 12 months. In the Risk, Safety & Claims Manager role you will be:
Leading the organisation’s approach to health and safety, risk management and insurance claims, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practiceDeveloping and reviewing policies, procedures, risk assessments and guidance to promote a positive and pragmatic health and safety cultureProviding professional advice and strategic support to senior leaders and colleagues at all levels, including on complex and high-risk situationsManaging health and safety investigations, audits, inspections, insurance renewals and claims, working closely with insurers, the HSE and other external partnersLeading continuous improvement activity, training and business continuity arrangements, while working collaboratively with internal teams and regional/national stakeholders
To be successful, you will need:
NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 Health & Safety qualification, with IOSH membership or a commitment to achieving Corporate MembershipSignificant experience of managing health and safety, risk and claims within an organisation, including leading and developing a teamStrong knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, risk management principles and current best practiceExcellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and advise stakeholders at all levelsProven ability to analyse complex information, manage competing priorities and lead projects and organisational changeExperience of managing resources and delivering objectives within agreed timescales and budgetsA valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally, regionally and nationally when requiredLevel 2 Welsh language skills, with the ability to converse comfortably with members of the public
This is a 12-Month fixed term contract, working full time hours, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
You'll be based in offices in Rhyl, with agile working available.
You'll be on a salary range of £48,738 – £51,928 per annum, plus a range of employee benefits.Interested? If you’re an experienced health and safety professional looking for a senior-level opportunity where you can lead strategy, influence positive change and make a real organisational impact, we’d love to hear from you. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: LL182RE, Rhyl, Denbighshire, Wales
Start: 08/10/2026
Salary / Rate: £48,738 - 51,928 per year + benefits
Posted: 2026-10-08 12:04:56
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We are looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join a Family Placement Team.
Please note: To be considered for this role, you must hold a Social Work qualification and have a minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience, gained within permanent Social Work roles.
About the team
The Family Placement Team is responsible for the recruitment, assessment, training, supervision and ongoing support of a wide range of foster carers supporting children and young people.
This includes short-break carers, as well as temporary and long-term foster carers.
The team provides a responsive service to prospective carers and works closely with children's social workers and wider professionals to ensure children are placed in safe, stable and appropriate family environments.
The role will also involve supporting carers through regular supervision, contributing to planning for children, group work, training, direct work with children and families, and completing fostering Form F assessments.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work.
You will need strong experience working with children and families, with previous fostering or family placement experience highly desirable.
You should have a good understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and safeguarding procedures, including Working Together, Child Protection procedures and Looked After Children processes.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
What's on offer?
£38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
30 hours per week
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Stable senior leadership
Parking available onsite/nearby
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder - Recruitment Consultant lhodder@charecruitment.com 07884008267 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Berkshire, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-07 17:19:25
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We are looking for an Adults Social Worker to join a Learning Disability Care Management Team.
This role required a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This team supports adults under the age of 65 with a diverse range of complex needs including physical disability, learning disability and brain injury.
This team is committed to delivering personalised assessments, support planning and regular reviews to ensure the best outcomes for each individual.
This team play a vital role in supporting some of the local borough's most vulnerable adults, helping to improve their quality of life and help to promote independence where possible.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years experiences is essential to be considered for this role.
Having an enthusiastic and can do attitude as well as experience with complex cases lends well to the success of this role.
A valid UK driving license and vehicle is desirable but not essential to qualify for this role.
What's on offer?
£32.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working scheme
Easily accessible via car and public transport
Regular training offered to help improve assessment skills
A stable contract due to the needs of the service
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder - Recruitment Consultant lhodder@charecruitment.com 07884008267 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: South London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £32.00 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-07 16:53:20
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We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join an Access & Assessment Team.
Please note: To be considered for this role, you must hold a Social Work qualification and have a minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience, gained within permanent Social Work roles.
About the team
The Access & Assessment Team acts as the first point of contact for safeguarding concerns and requests for support relating to children within the local community.
The team undertakes initial and comprehensive assessments of children in need using the assessment framework, plans how those needs will be met, supports families in putting those plans into action, and reviews plans and reassesses needs where required.
The aim is to promote positive change in children and families' lives by using social work methods, models and tools, helping families to become as independent as possible while managing risks of abuse and neglect.
About you
Social Work Degree / DipSW / CQSW , Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience in permanent Social Work roles , Experience within Children's Social Work , Flexible, resilient and reflective approach , A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred but not essential
What's on offer?
Up to £39.04 per hour umbrella (PAYE options also available) , Hybrid working , Supportive working environment , Full training provided , Parking available nearby / on-site , Easily accessible offices , Immediately available
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder - Recruitment Consultant lhodder@charecruitment.com 07884008267 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: South London, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £39.04 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-07 16:43:24
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We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join a Referral and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years permanent post qualified experience in a Local Authority.
About the team
This is a short-term team working with children and families as the first point of contact for assessment and potential intervention.
The team will complete Section 47, Section 17 and Section 7 assessments to assess the severity of the situation and ensure it is dealt with accordingly.
This team works to a therapeutic practice.
About you
The successful candidate will need to have knowledge of working in a children's setting relevant to appropriate legislation for the post.
A valid UK driving licence and car is essential.
A minimum of 3 years permanent post qualified experience must have also social work degree.
What's on offer
£38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Parking available/nearby
Easily accessible via car or public transport
Hybrid working model
Flexible working scheme
Fast paced, short term case holding
For more information, please get in touch
Zoe Bellinger - Team Manager
07384466390 - Zbellinger@charecruitment.com
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Type: Contract Location: East Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £38.00 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-06 16:23:34
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We are currently seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a Access and Duty Team.
This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification and a minimum of two years' post-qualified experience.
About the Team
The team works in a fast-paced environment, supporting vulnerable adults aged 18 and over, including individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and older adults.The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out initial Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments (MCAs), and Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries.
The role also involves screening referrals, signposting or allocating cases to the appropriate teams where necessary, and working collaboratively with a range of multidisciplinary professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for service users.
The team offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with the expectation of attending the office two to three days per week and working from home for the remainder of the week.
About You
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and knowledgeable in adult social work settings, including community, hospital, older persons, and physical disability services.
You will hold a Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and have at least two years of post-qualified experience.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous but are not essential for this position.
What's on Offer?
£30.00 per hour (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working arrangement
Easily accessible location with good transport links
On-site or nearby parking available
Stable contract due to ongoing service demand
For More Information
Please get in touch with:
Zoe BellingerTeam Managerzbellinger@charecruitment.com
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Type: Contract Location: Greater Manchester, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £30.00 per hour + Car Park at offices
Posted: 2026-10-06 16:23:34
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We are currently looking for an Adult's Social Worker to join a Community Review Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This team support adults aged 18+ that may have learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health or Older Person.
The team will ensure care plans are being created as well as assessments, reviews and visits are completed for the best interest of the indivdual.
This is a long term caseholding team that will work with cases on a long term bases over 6 weeks.
About you
The successful candidate will be a enthusiastic and acknowledge within adult social work teams such as, community, older people and phsycial disabiltities.
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years experience.
A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is preferred for this role but not essential.
What's on offer?
£31.97 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Easily accessible via car
Parking available nearby/ onsite
A stable contract due to the demand of the service
For more information, please get in contact
Zoe Bellinger - Team Manager
zbellinger@charecruitment.com / 07384466390 ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: West Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £31.97 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-06 16:23:32
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We are currently seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a Community Mental Health Team.
This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification and a minimum of two years' post-qualified experience.
About the Team
The team works with vulnerable adults who have mental health difficulties, providing support to help them manage their daily lives.
They are responsible for developing and reviewing care plans, as well as carrying out Mental Capacity Act assessments, Care Act 2014 assessments, and Section 42 safeguarding enquiries.The team offers flexible working arrangements, with staff able to work up to three days per week from home and two days per week in the office
About You
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and knowledgeable in adult social work settings, including community, hospital, older persons, and physical disability services.
You will hold a Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and have at least two years of post-qualified experience.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous but are not essential for this position.
What's on Offer?
£32.00 per hour (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working arrangement
Easily accessible location with good transport links
On-site or nearby parking available
Stable contract due to ongoing service demand
For More Information
Please get in touch with:
Zoe BellingerTeam Manager - 07384466390zbellinger@charecruitme ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Merseyside, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £32.00 per hour
Posted: 2026-10-06 16:23:32
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We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Looked After Children team in the West Midlands.
This role requires a Social Work qualification and a minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience.
About the Team
This team supports children by providing long-term plans for looked after children.
The team's goal is to help children have a safe, stable, and nurturing environment throughout their childhood and upbringing.
The service is responsible for carrying out care planning assessments, placement assessments, and permanence assessments.
The team consists of 1 Team Manager (TM), 1 Advanced Practitioner (AP), and up to 6 Social Workers (SWs), including ASYEs.
About You
The successful candidate will be hardworking and have strong knowledge and experience of working within a children's social work setting.
Candidates should have post-qualifying experience in Looked After Children or Fostering services.
You must hold a degree in Social Work (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and be registered with Social Work England.
What's on Offer?
Up to £33.30 per hour (PAYE payment options available)
Parking available on-site or nearby
Easily accessible by car or public transport
Hybrid working model
Flexible working scheme
Manageable caseloads
For more infromation
Zoe Bellinger - Team Manager
zbellinger@charecruitment.com | 07384 466390
....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: West Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: Up to £33.30 per hour + Hybrid Working From Home
Posted: 2026-10-06 16:23:32
