Social Worker
| Posting date: | 16 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £41.91 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | hybrid working |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 August 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester, FY1 3AH |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | KSCHLDPRTCT_1752684169 |
Summary
We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Young Child Safeguarding and Support Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years equivalent post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.
About the team
This team is responsible for dealing with the most vulnerable and in need of protection children aged 0 - infant in the borough. Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression. The team complete pre-birth assessments, complex child in need and PLO proceedings and child protection assessments. The team pride themselves on their ability to effectively and efficiently make decisions on cases at all stages of crisis intervention. They aim to work 'with' families and not 'do things to' families to ensure child centred and therapeutic working.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contracts is essential in order to be considered for this position. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as key experience in initial court proceedings. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential for this role.
What's on offer?
- £41.91 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
- Parking available/ nearby
- Hybrid working scheme
- Supportive management structure with regular supervision
- Easily accessible via car
For more information, please get in contact
Katherine Scoggins - Team Leader
0118 948 5555 / 07990044930
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme