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Children's Social Worker

Job details
Posting date: 03 December 2025
Salary: £39.04 per hour
Additional salary information: hybrid working
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 January 2026
Location: London, London, W5 2HL
Remote working: Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week
Company: Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Job type: Contract
Job reference: KSBACRTSPCL_1764779106

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Summary

We are currently looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Specialist Court Team.

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

About the team

This team handles complex cases comprising of child in need, child protection, children in care and permanence - all going through court proceedings. Working collaboratively with other Children's teams that have worked with the respective children and families is key to ensure you are able to present findings in court accurately. The team pride themselves on their report writing and risk management abilities.

About you

You will be an enthusiastic and committed Social Worker with substantial working knowledge in a children's frontline or court setting. It is also essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and a minimum of three years post qualification experience in a Children's Social Work setting.

What's on offer?

  • £39.04 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
  • "Good" Ofsted inspection results
  • Hybrid working
  • Regular supervision
  • Capped and monitored caseloads
  • A supportive team and manager
  • Easily accessible via car or public transport

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Team Leader

0118 948 5555 / 07990044930

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