Social Worker
| Posting date: | 14 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £49,050 to £55,300 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £3k retainer payment |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 May 2026 |
| Location: | East London, London, E1 2BR |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TM14042026_1776171992 |
Summary
An East London based "Outstanding" Local Authority is looking for a Social or Senior Social Worker to join their Children with disabilities service. You will be working with children with a range of disabilities and will identify and assess levels of risk and need (within statutory frameworks) in often complex situation. This is a full-time and permanent position. You will be based in the office 3 times a week in Ilford and you will earn a salary of up to £55,300 per annum, plus a market supplement of £250 per month on top of your salary.
Experience of working with disabled children is not essential, but enthusiasm and willingness to learn this area of practice is essential. Experience of Child Protection, Children Looked After, Children in Need and Court work is preferred.
Benefits for you:
- Salary up to £55,300 per annum
- 30 Days Annual leave
- Market supplement of £3,000 per annum (paid monthly)
- Excellent Travel package
- Local government Pension Scheme
- Progression Opportunities
Your responsibilities:
- Undertaking Assessments
- Producing Court statements
- Formulating and Implement Care Plans
- Assess and Identify levels of risk
Requirements of you:
- A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
- A valid registration with Social Work England
- Significant experience of working within Children and Families Teams
- Experience of working within child protection and court work
- Safeguarding/child protection experience
- Must hold a full UK Driving Licence
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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