Children's Social Worker

Sheldon Phillips Ltd; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join Trafford Council's Families First Service, specializing in Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC). This role involves conducting assessments, managing cases, and contributing to a supportive team environment. Candidates should have a recognized Social Work qualification, SWE registration, and experience in children’s services. A hybrid working model is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• SWE Registration and recognised Social Work qualification.
• Proven post-qualified experience within Children’s Services.
• Experience or training in UASC and Age Assessments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Child and Family Assessments and Section 47 enquiries.
• Manage a varied caseload of children supported through Child in Need planning.
• Complete Age Assessments for Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Safeguarding skills

Relational practice skills

Flexibility in work

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Job description

Position: Qualified Social Worker

Team: Families First / UASC

Local Authority: Trafford Council

Contract: Locum

Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour

Location: Sale Waterside Offices, Trafford

Working Pattern: Hybrid

Sheldon Phillips are working with Trafford Council who are seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Families First Service, specialising in work with Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) and Age Assessments.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Trafford’s dedicated Child in Need service, which focuses on delivering high-quality assessments and interventions on a locality basis. The team provides early and effective support to children and families, ensuring consistency and stability across the borough.

What You Can Expect:

• A supportive and collaborative team culture, working alongside experienced practitioners and managers.
• Manageable caseloads to ensure quality, relational practice.
• A hybrid working pattern with a minimum of 3 days in the office.
• Opportunity to develop practice within UASC and age assessment work.
• Strong focus on reflective supervision and professional development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake Child and Family Assessments and Section 47 enquiries.
• Manage a varied caseload of children supported through Child in Need planning.
• Complete Age Assessments for Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC).
• Contribute to the duty rota as part of a supportive locality-based team.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with families and multi-agency professionals.
• Ensure accurate and timely case recording and planning.

Requirements:

• SWE Registration and recognised Social Work qualification.
• Proven post-qualified experience within Children’s Services.
• Experience or training in UASC and Age Assessments is essential.
• Strong assessment, safeguarding, and relational practice skills.
• Ability to work flexibly within a hybrid model and on a duty rota.

If you’re a skilled and motivated Social Worker looking to make an impact within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Emily Cooper today on (phone number removed) or to discuss this role and others across the Midlands and North.