Qualified Social Worker – Children in Care
Greater Manchester
£35 per hour (agency)
Are you a skilled and compassionate Qualified Social Worker ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care? Join a dedicated and supportive Children in Care Team that’s passionate about early intervention and achieving the best outcomes for vulnerable children. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service where your voice is heard, your wellbeing is prioritised, and caseloads are capped at 18. With home working flexibility, access to the local authority when needed, and a manager who truly supports their team, you’ll be well equipped to focus on what matters most – positive, sustainable change for children.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Managing a capped caseload of children in care
2. Carrying out high-quality assessments and reviews
3. Building strong, meaningful relationships with children, families, and carers
4. Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners
5. Supporting care planning that promotes stability and development
6. Advising and supporting unqualified staff or students when needed
Who we’re looking for:
7. Registered with Social Work England
8. 4+ years’ experience in children's social care
9. Strong understanding of CIN, CP, CLA processes and legislation
10. Skilled in direct work, assessment, care planning, and multi-agency collaboration
11. Creative, flexible, and forward-thinking
12. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering outstanding outcomes
Why apply through Pertemps?
13. Dedicated consultant with access to exclusive roles across the UK
14. Easy, fully online registration process
15. Weekly, reliable payroll
16. Ongoing compliance and admin support
17. Referral bonuses and other incentives
Well-connected location – Ideal for those travelling from: Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Stockport, Wigan, Rochdale, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Tameside, Macclesfield, Warrington, Liverpool, Wirral, Chester, Northwich, Ellesmere Port, Leigh, Blackburn, Preston & beyond.
Not the role for you? We recruit across all areas of social work including: Children in Care, Fostering, MASH, CIN, CP, CLA, EHCP, AMHP, Adults, Mental Health, Hospital Discharge, and Senior Leadership roles.
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