Children's Social Worker
| Posting date: | 03 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47.50 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 December 2025 |
| Location: | Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 2AL |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | LHCSWIRO POR_1762189833 |
Summary
We are looking for an Independent Reviewing Officer/ CP Chair to join our Quality and Assurance Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experiences in permanent contract/s.
About the team
The team is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the quality of care provided to children who are looked after by the local authority. The team participates in children's review meetings to make sure that each child's individual needs are being met. They assess and monitor the effectiveness of care plans, determining whether the current plan remains in the child's best interests. They make sure that every child's voice is heard and that their rights and welfare are central to all decision-making processes.
About you
Having a strong understanding of child protection laws and care regulations as well as experience particularly with children in care is key to considered for this position. It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experience within children's social work in order to be considered for this role. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is required to qualify to this role.
What's on offer?
- £47.50 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
- Hybrid working scheme
- Parking available nearby/ onsite
- A chance to further enhance CV and skillset
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder - Candidate Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07884008267
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