Children's Social Worker - Rochdale - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A social care recruitment agency is seeking experienced Social Workers to join children’s services in Rochdale. This locum role offers competitive rates of £35-£40 per hour, with opportunities across various teams, including safeguarding and adoption. Ideal candidates will possess a recognised Social Work qualification and experience in UK children’s services. Join a supportive agency that prioritizes career development and compliance, allowing you to focus on making a difference in children’s lives.

Benefits

Exclusive opportunities

Contract continuity

Permanent career options

Dedicated support

Qualifications

• Must have a recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registration with Social Work England is required.
• Experience working with UK children’s services is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to children and families in a collaborative local authority.
• Work across safeguarding, assessment, fostering, adoption, and MASH teams.

Skills

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

Experience in UK children’s services

Willingness to complete compliance checks

Education

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel, a trusted and top-rated social care recruitment agency, is seeking Social Workers to join children’s services in Rochdale. Our reputation comes from the positive experiences of the social workers we support—check out our TrustPilot reviews to see why so many choose Sanctuary.

This opportunity offers rates of £35–£40 per hour, depending on the service area. If you’re considering a locum role, this is a great time to explore what’s on offer.

Why work with Sanctuary?

• Exclusive opportunities – Access to roles not advertised elsewhere.
• Contract continuity – Strong client relationships allow us to plan ahead and secure extensions.
• Permanent career options – If you decide on a permanent position, our dedicated team can guide you.
• Dedicated support – Your consultant understands social work and provides regular, personalised guidance.

Requirements:

• Recognised Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in UK children’s services.
• Willingness to complete compliance checks (full support provided).

Why Rochdale?
Locum social work in Rochdale provides the chance to make a meaningful difference in a supportive and collaborative local authority.

• Variety of teams – Roles across safeguarding, assessment, fostering, adoption, and MASH.
• Collaborative environment – Strong multi-agency working to support positive outcomes.
• Professional development – Opportunities to enhance your skills and experience within an innovative authority.

With Sanctuary managing contracts, compliance, and career support, you can focus on what you do best—supporting children and families.

Next steps
If you’re ready to take your next locum social work role in Rochdale and want the backing of an agency that truly understands your profession, get in touch today.