Qualified Social Worker – Family Support & Protection
Location: North West
Pay: £39 per hour
Are you a dedicated Qualified Social Worker with a passion for making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families? We're recruiting for a skilled professional to join a well-resourced Family Support and Protection Team in the North West. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority, where your time is valued, your caseload is manageable, and your professional development is a priority.
About the Role
As part of the Family Support and Protection Service, you'll manage a diverse caseload that includes:
1. Children on Child Protection Plans
2. Children requiring Care and Support
3. Families involved in Care Proceedings
You’ll work in a multi-agency setting, using your professional judgement and statutory knowledge to assess risk, plan interventions, and deliver meaningful, child-focused support.
This post is part of a strategic investment to build service resilience and stability—ensuring more time with families and better outcomes for children.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you’ll need to be compassionate, resilient, and confident in managing complex situations.
Registered with Social Work England
A degree in Social Work (or equivalent – SW, CSS, DipSW)
4+ years post-qualified experience in statutory children’s services
Strong understanding of child protection legislation and safeguarding procedures
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment
A commitment to promoting positive change and long-term outcomes for children
Key Responsibilities
4. Carry out strength-based assessments to identify risks and needs
5. Develop and implement child-centred care plans
6. Work in partnership with families and external agencies
7. Use legal frameworks to safeguard and promote wellbeing
8. Provide mentoring and support to students and unqualified staff where appropriate
Why Work with Pertemps?
When you join us, you'll benefit from:
️ A dedicated recruitment consultant with access to exclusive roles nationwide
️ A streamlined, online registration process
️ Competitive pay with prompt weekly payroll
️ Ongoing support with compliance and career progression
️ Generous referral bonuses and incentive schemes
Easily Accessible From: Manchester, Liverpool, Chester, Warrington, Stockport, Preston, Wigan, Rochdale, Bolton, Blackburn, Oldham, Salford, Widnes, Macclesfield, Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead, Tameside, and surrounding areas across the North West.
Not the right role? We recruit across all areas of social work—Children’s and Adults’ Services, MASH, Duty & Assessment, Hospital Discharge, Fostering, Mental Health, and more.
Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them and earn a generous referral bonus – contact us for details!
Apply Now; Take the next step in your social work career and join a team that puts children first. Apply today or get in touch to find out more.