Children's Social Worker - West Yorkshire - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A leading social care recruitment agency in Calderdale is seeking Social Workers to support children’s services. The role offers competitive rates of £35–£37 per hour and emphasizes a collaborative and supportive working environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification, current registration, and UK experience in children’s services. Join a forward-thinking authority dedicated to professional growth and innovation.

Benefits

Unique access to jobs

Contract stability

Flexible career support

Ongoing consultant care

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Social Work is essential.
• Must hold current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in children's services in the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families in various service areas.
• Engage in safeguarding, assessment, fostering, and adoption.
• Work collaboratively with other agencies.

Skills

Social Work qualification

Current Social Work England registration

Experience in children’s services

Willingness to complete compliance checks

Education

Degree or diploma in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Sanctuary Personnel, a trusted and top-rated social care recruitment agency, is inviting applications from Social Workers to join children’s services in Calderdale. Our reputation is built on the feedback of social workers we’ve supported—see what they say about us on TrustPilot.

This role offers competitive rates of £35–£37 per hour, depending on the service you join. If you’re considering a new locum role, we’d love to hear from you.

What you can expect when working with Sanctuary

• Unique access to jobs – We work closely with local authorities to provide positions you won’t find through other agencies.
• Contract stability – Thanks to strong client relationships, we’re able to plan ahead and reduce the risk of breaks in employment.
• Flexible career support – Thinking about a permanent move in the future? Our permanent recruitment team can help.
• Ongoing consultant care – You’ll be supported by someone who understands both social work and the realities of locum practice.

Requirements

• Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Previous UK-based experience in children’s services.
• Willingness to complete compliance checks (full guidance and support provided).

Why take a role in Calderdale?

Locum social work in Calderdale allows you to work within a forward-thinking authority that values its staff and promotes professional growth.

• Range of opportunities – Teams covering safeguarding, assessment, fostering, adoption, MASH, and more.
• Collaborative approach – Strong partnership working across agencies to achieve the best outcomes.
• Supportive environment – A workplace that encourages innovation and continuous learning.

With Sanctuary taking care of your compliance, contracts, and career progression, you’ll be free to focus on what you do best—supporting children and families.

Take the next step

If you’re interested in a locum social work role in Calderdale and want the backing of an agency that genuinely understands your profession, get in touch with us today.

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