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Children's Social Worker

Job details
Posting date: 09 March 2026
Salary: £37.00 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 April 2026
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester, BL1 1RU
Remote working: Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week
Company: Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Job type: Contract
Job reference: LHCSWFDZBM_1773077325

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Summary

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join our Front Door Team.

Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years experience post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.

About the team

This team acts as the first point of contact for all safeguarding concerns and requests for support regarding children in the local community. The team manage the incoming referrals from schools, health professionals and the general public when concerns regarding the children's safety/ welfare arises. The role of this team is to ensure that the referrals receive the most appropriate level of need required in a timely manner, they play a vital role in the progression of each allegation and case.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experiences is essential to be considered for this role. Having direct experience working with children in need and their families as well as having an extensive understanding of safeguarding children processes is key in the role. Ability to be flexible resilient and reflective is also essential. A valid UK driving license and vehicle is required to qualify for this role.

What's on offer?

  • £37.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options also available)
  • 9 - 5 structured hours
  • Non caseholding role
  • Non customer facing
  • Hybrid working scheme

For more information, please get in contact

Liberty Hodder - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07884008267

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