Social Worker
| Posting date: | 19 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £33.30 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 October 2025 |
| Location: | West Midlands, DY5 1RU |
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | GG-WM-DU-CSW-SA_1758293943 |
Summary
We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Children's Adolescent Safeguarding Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years permanent experience per the new DfE guidelines.
About the Team:
The team works with children under the care of the local authority from ages of 13 upwards, to safeguard them, ensuring their physical and emotional safety, promoting their well-being, and supporting them to thrive in stable, nurturing environments. They work closely with other professionals to assess risks, implement protection plans, and advocate for the child's best interests.
About You:
To be considered, you must have:
- A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
- Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience and an ASYE completed
- Previous experience within a frontline Children's team
- A full UK Driver's License is essential
What's on Offer:
- Competitive pay - up to £33.30 hourly (umbrella), with PAYE options available
- Hybrid working for better work-life balance
- Opportunity to develop specialist skills in a focused team
- Access to excellent training and development
- Regular supervision and a supportive management structure
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon - Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375
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