Social Worker
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Holiday, reward schemes |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 August 2025 |
| Location: | Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6BW |
| Company: | Brook Street |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | BBBH417299_1752509152 |
Summary
Qualified Social Worker Wanted
£24 per hour | August - November Contract,
Working in Plymouth
Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable families and delivering life-changing outcomes in residential settings? We're seeking a dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join our team for a short-term contract, making a meaningful impact across two specialist family centres.
About the Role
In this vital role, you'll:
- Conduct residential parental assessments in line with court/local authority timescales
- Support placement planning through care plans, risk assessments and professional collaboration
- Deliver structured feedback and developmental activities that empower parents to achieve safe and positive change
- Complete viability assessments, contribute to service improvement, and uphold compliance with Ofsted, CQC, and statutory requirements
- Model trauma-informed, person-centred practice
- Play a key role in safeguarding, child protection, and working within complex family court proceedings
Person Specification
We're looking for a candidate with:
- Social Work Qualification and 2+ years' experience in statutory settings
- Robust knowledge of child protection legislation, family law, and safeguarding protocols
- Experience working with children and families in residential services
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and non-discriminatory care practices
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills
Desirable Skills
- Training in PAMS, CUBAS, or similar parenting assessment frameworks
- Understanding of parental substance misuse, mental health, and other socio-economic challenges
- Appreciation for trauma-informed approaches and rehabilitation pathways
Why Join Us?
- Work a flexible schedule with the option to complete reports remotely
- Be part of a compassionate, high-impact team
- Help deliver transformative interventions at two highly respected centres
If this job sounds of interest then please click apply or call Joe on 0117 9486300.