Job Description
Qualified Social Worker – Locality Team?? Location: West Yorkshire?? Pay Rate: £35 per hour?? Contract Type: AgencyAre you a passionate, experienced Social Worker looking for a new challenge in a supportive and fast-paced environment? Join a dedicated Safeguarding Team in West Yorkshire, where your skills will directly impact children and families at critical moments in their lives.?? Key Responsibilities:?? Duty Week (Every 4 Weeks):
* Cover all referrals and assessments for the locality.
* Complete Section 47 enquiries, urgent visits, and Child & Family Assessments.
?? Ongoing Casework:
* Manage Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), PLO, and court proceedings.
* Must have experience with CIN and CP cases.
* PLO/court experience is desirable—training and support are available.
?? CIC to CP Transition:
* Candidates with Children in Care (CIC) experience are welcome, provided they are open to transitioning into Child Protection work and understand the required shift in practice.
????? Working Arrangements:
* One duty day per week during non-duty weeks.
* Office-based during full duty weeks (every 4 weeks).
* Flexible working supported – remote working is encouraged as long as performance and quality remain high.
? What We're Looking For:
* Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
* Minimum 2 years’ post-qualified experience.
* Background in CIN, CP, or court work.
* Strong understanding of Child Protection legislation and direct experience with vulnerable children and families.
* Effective at multi-agency working, assessment writing, planning, and direct work with children.
* Positive, flexible, and forward-thinking.
* Eager to deliver the best outcomes for children and families.
??? In This Role, You Will:
* Assess risk and need using your professional expertise.
* Hold and manage a varied caseload.
* Create person-centred, empowering care plans.
* Engage directly with children and families to drive real, lasting change.
?? Team Culture:We're a collaborative, high-paced team led by a permanent, supportive manager. We operate with a clear duty rota, shared responsibilities, and a strong ethos of mutual support. Everyone contributes and has each other’s back — creating a professional, positive environment where you can thrive.?? Why Join Pertemps?
* Dedicated consultant access to roles across the UK
* Simple registration & full compliance support
* Fast, reliable payroll
* Generous referral bonuses
* Ongoing access to exclusive roles in children’s and adult social work
?? Easily commutable from: Oldham, Leeds, Manchester, Huddersfield, Bradford, Wakefield, Halifax, Rochdale, York, Doncaster, and more.????Looking for something else?We also recruit across roles like IRO, BIA, MASH, CLA, Team Manager, and Head of Service.?? Know someone perfect for this role?Refer them and earn a referral bonus!