Children’s Social Worker #000A1E011

Semester.co.uk; Stockport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is looking for an experienced Out of Hours Social Worker to join Stockport Council's emergency duty team. This vital role involves providing urgent interventions and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults outside of regular business hours. Join a well-supported team that values professional development and offers a stable working environment with competitive pay.

Benefits

Free ongoing training opportunities

Excellent competitive pay rate

Support from experienced leaders

In-house payroll with weekly payments

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in statutory children’s social care.
• Calm under pressure and creative in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent social work interventions outside of standard hours.
• Respond to urgent safeguarding concerns involving children and vulnerable adults.
• Conduct welfare visits and emergency assessments.

Skills

Assessment and management of risk

Strong decision-making

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

Social Work England registration

Job description

Out of Hours Social Worker – Children & Adults
Stockport Council | Shift-based role (outside normal hours)
Interim Opportunity | Experienced Practitioners Only

Semester Recruitment are working in partnership with Stockport Council, who are seeking a skilled and confident Out of Hours Social Worker to join their established and well-supported emergency duty team.

This is a vital role providing urgent social work intervention outside of standard business hours, ensuring children, families, and adults at risk receive timely, effective, and safe responses during evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.

Respond to urgent safeguarding concerns involving children and vulnerable adults

Undertake Section 47 investigations, urgent adult safeguarding enquiries, and emergency placements (children and adults)

Use professional judgement to assess and manage risk, make immediate safeguarding decisions, and coordinate with relevant services

Carry out welfare visits and checks, emergency assessments, and implement protective actions

Work closely with on-call managers and service leads for oversight and guidance

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Minimum 3 years’ experience in statutory children’s social care

Confident, responsive, and calm under pressure

Able to think creatively and act decisively to protect vulnerable individuals

Passionate about achieving positive outcomes and working within a fast-paced, dynamic service

What You Can Expect:

Join a highly experienced, established Out of Hours team

Support from both a Team Manager and On-Call Service Lead

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

A service that values diversity, reflection, and inclusive practice

Ready to make a difference when it matters most?
Apply now or get in touch with the team at Semester Recruitment to learn more.

CVs being reviewed now – early interest is encouraged.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

Competitive Rates of pay

In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

Enhanced DBS completed.

Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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