Qualified Social Worker – Children & Families
North East | £32 per hour | Flexible Hybrid Working
Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families? We’re working with a local authority in the North East who are looking for passionate professionals to join their Children & Families Service — offering competitive pay, flexible working, and a collaborative team environment.
About the Role
You'll manage a diverse caseload covering Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings. From initial referral through to court involvement, you’ll play a crucial role in assessing risk, coordinating interventions, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing CIN, CP, and PLO caseloads
Undertaking Section 47 enquiries, parenting & risk assessments
Writing court reports and working within the PLO framework
Leading multi-agency care planning and review processes
Building positive relationships with children and families
Collaborating with professionals from police, education, health and legal services
Who We’re Looking For
You’ll be:
* A Qualified Social Worker with a degree or equivalent in Social Work
* Registered with Social Work England
* Experienced (2+ years) in Child Protection, CIN, or similar front-line roles
* Confident in conducting assessments and working within legal frameworks
* Strong in multi-agency collaboration and court work
* Committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and families
* Passionate, resilient, and able to build trust with families
What’s in It for You?
Through Pertemps, you’ll receive:
• A dedicated recruitment consultant with UK-wide access to roles
• A smooth online registration process
• Weekly, reliable payroll
• Full compliance and onboarding support
• Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere
• Generous referral bonuses & incentives
Easily commutable from:
Redcar, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Guisborough, Brotton, Eston, Skelton, Loftus, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Durham, Hartlepool, Scarborough, Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, Whitby, Sunderland, and Newcastle.
Not the right role?
We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work including:
MASH, IRO, CIN, Child Protection, Court Work, LAC, Adults Services, Residential Care, BIA, Team Management, Service Manager, and more.
Even if you're not looking, we offer generous referral bonuses – pass this on to a friend or colleague!
Get in touch today for a confidential chat.
Let's find the role that's right for you.
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