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Children's Social Worker

Job details
Posting date: 24 July 2025
Salary: £35.89 per hour
Additional salary information: Hybrid Working
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 23 August 2025
Location: Berkshire, RG40 1BN
Company: Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Job type: Contract
Job reference: ZASWSGT_1753373636

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Summary

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Safeguarding team.

This role requires a Social Work qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.

About the team

This team works with vulnerable children who are subject to child protection plans and works in collaboration with the Children in Need team to identify risk that can affect a child's welfare. The day-to-day responsibilities include carrying out regular home visits, reviewing Care Plans every 6 months and carrying out child centred practice with children. The team take effective communication with parent's/carers very seriously to ensure positive outcomes for each child involved and ultimately reduce risk.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experience in permanent contract/s is essential in order to be considered for this role. Experience in carrying out child centred assessments is essential, along with excellent communication skills. You will need to show a passion and enthusiasm for integrated working and an understanding of how to engage with parent's/carers in order to be successful in this role.

What's on offer

  • £35.89 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
  • An opportunity to enhance your judgement skills
  • On site parking
  • Easily accessible offices
  • Hybrid work model

For more information, please get in contact.

Zain Ali - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 0743 641 2945

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