Children's Social Worker - Bury - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care recruitment agency is seeking qualified Social Workers to join children’s services in Bury. This role offers competitive pay of £35–£40 per hour and includes support for your career. Candidates must have a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England, along with experience in children's services. This position provides various opportunities and a supportive environment focused on delivering positive outcomes for children and families.

Benefits

Job security

Exclusive access to roles

Tailored consultant support

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Previous UK experience in children’s services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver positive outcomes for children and families.
• Complete compliance checks as needed.

Skills

Recognised Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent)

Current Social Work England registration

Previous UK experience in children’s services

Job description

Overview

Sanctuary Personnel, a highly regarded and long-standing social care recruitment agency, is currently recruiting for Social Workers to join children’s services in Bury. We’re proud of the support we give to our candidates—check our TrustPilot reviews to see the difference we make for social workers every day.

This opportunity offers competitive pay between £35–£40 per hour, depending on the service area. If you’re considering a new locum role, now is the perfect time to explore what’s available.

Why join Sanctuary as a locum social worker?

• Exclusive access to roles – We partner directly with local authorities to offer opportunities you won’t see with other agencies.
• Job security – With our strong client relationships, we often secure extensions or alternative roles so you can avoid gaps in income.
• Permanent options available – If your situation changes, our permanent recruitment division can help you transition.
• Tailored consultant support – Your consultant understands the demands of social work and provides regular, meaningful check-ins.
• Recognised Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Previous UK experience in children’s services.
• Willing to complete compliance checks (full guidance provided).

Why work in Bury?

Locum opportunities in Bury provide a chance to work within an inclusive authority that values collaboration and professional development.

• Variety of service areas – Roles available across safeguarding, assessment, fostering, adoption, MASH, and more.
• Strong team culture – Excellent multi-agency working to support children and families effectively.
• Opportunities for growth – Build your skills and experience within a progressive and supportive environment.

With Sanctuary managing your compliance, contracts, and career pathway, you can focus entirely on what matters—delivering positive outcomes for children and families.

Interested in the next step?

If you’re searching for a locum social work role in Bury and want the backing of an agency that truly understands your profession, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

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