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Social Worker

Job details
Posting date: 26 February 2026
Salary: £40 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 28 March 2026
Location: Merseyside, L3 1AH
Company: Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Job type: Contract
Job reference: GG-ME-LI-CSW-FST_1772124409

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Summary

Charles Hunter Associates are looking for a Children Social Worker to join a Fostering Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years' permanent experience due to the new DfE requirements.

About the team:

As a Social Worker within the Fostering Service, you will have a strong background within children and families and have sound knowledge within Safeguarding and Fostering, as well as having comprehensive understanding of all fostering regulations and legislation statutory guidance and processes. This role offers a highly rewarding hourly rate and a chance to manage your work - life balance by offering a hybrid working scheme.

About you:

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 3-year experience is essential to be considered for this role. Experience within a fostering service lends well to the success of this position.

What's on offer?

  • £40.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
  • Hybrid working scheme
  • Great opportunity to work in a specialist team
  • Parking available nearby/ onsite
  • Easily accessible via car or public transport


For more information, please get in contact:

Grace Gordon - Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07425728375

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