Qualified Social Worker – Children & Families

Pertemps; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the North East seeks a passionate Qualified Social Worker to manage cases involving children and families. This role requires experience in Child Protection and strong multi-agency collaboration skills. You will work flexibly, contributing to assessments and court processes, while ensuring the wellbeing of children. Competitive pay of £31 per hour with excellent support from your recruitment consultant.

Benefits

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Weekly, reliable payroll

Access to exclusive roles

Referral bonuses & incentives

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with registration to Social Work England.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Child Protection or similar.
• Strong ability to conduct assessments within the legal framework.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload covering Child in Need, Child Protection and Care Proceedings.
• Conduct Section 47 enquiries and parenting assessments.
• Write court reports and lead multi-agency care planning.

Skills

Child Protection

CIN assessments

Multi-agency collaboration

Court work

Resilience

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Qualified Social Worker – Children & Families

North East | £31 per hour | Flexible Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families? We’re working with a local authority in the North East who are looking for passionate professionals to join their Children & Families Service — offering competitive pay, flexible working, and a collaborative team environment.

Overview

About the Role: You'll manage a diverse caseload covering Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings. From initial referral through to court involvement, you’ll play a crucial role in assessing risk, coordinating interventions, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Managing CIN, CP, and PLO caseloads
• Undertaking Section 47 enquiries, parenting & risk assessments
• Writing court reports and working within the PLO framework
• Leading multi-agency care planning and review processes
• Building positive relationships with children and families
• Collaborating with professionals from police, education, health and legal services

Qualifications

• A Qualified Social Worker with a degree or equivalent in Social Work
• Registered with Social Work England
• Experienced (2+ years) in Child Protection, CIN, or similar front-line roles
• Confident in conducting assessments and working within legal frameworks
• Strong in multi-agency collaboration and court work
• Committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and families
• Passionate, resilient, and able to build trust with families

Benefits

What’s in It for You? Through Pertemps, you’ll receive:

• A dedicated recruitment consultant with UK-wide access to roles
• A smooth online registration process
• Weekly, reliable payroll
• Full compliance and onboarding support
• Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere
• Generous referral bonuses & incentives

Easily commutable from

• Redcar
• Saltburn-by-the-Sea
• Guisborough
• Brotton
• Eston
• Skelton
• Loftus
• Gateshead
• Middlesbrough
• Durham
• Hartlepool
• Scarborough
• Hambleton
• Stockton-on-Tees
• Darlington
• Whitby
• Sunderland
• Newcastle
• and surrounding areas

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Not the right role? We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work including: MASH, IRO, CIN, Child Protection, Court Work, LAC, Adults Services, Residential Care, BIA, Team Management, Service Manager, and more.

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