Social Worker

JR United Kingdom; Redcar; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Social Worker supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking children in Redcar. This role involves conducting assessments, providing emotional support, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding laws. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people while working in a compassionate environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Experience working with Looked After Children or asylum-seeking young people.
• Strong understanding of legislation around safeguarding and immigration.

Responsibilities

• Support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young people.
• Conduct strengths-based assessments and create tailored care plans.
• Collaborate with legal teams and health professionals.

Skills

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Emotional resilience

Partnership-working

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

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? Location: Asylum Through Care Team, Seafield House, Kirkleatham Street, Redcar, TS10 1SP

? Client: Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council

? Pay Rate: £21.70 per hour

? Contract Type: Temporary

Are you a compassionate and resilient Social Worker ready to support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children?

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council is seeking a committed and experienced Social Worker to join our UASC Through Care Team. This vital role involves supporting some of the most vulnerable young people in our community—those who have arrived in the UK alone, often from difficult and traumatic circumstances.

? About the Role:

In this rewarding position, you will:

• Support unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young people, aged 16–25, as they adjust to life in the UK.
• Conduct strengths-based assessments and create tailored care and pathway plans.
• Offer emotional and practical support to help young people integrate into the community and gain independence.
• Collaborate with legal teams, immigration authorities, education providers, and health professionals.
• Fulfil statutory duties in line with the Children Act 1989, safeguarding frameworks, and relevant immigration law.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience working with Looked After Children, care leavers, or asylum-seeking young people.
• Strong understanding of legislation, particularly around safeguarding, care leavers, and immigration.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• Cultural sensitivity, emotional resilience, and a commitment to equality and inclusion.

? Why Join Us?

• ? Competitive hourly rate of £21.70
• ? Work in a dedicated and compassionate team
• ? Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people
• ? Be part of a service that promotes dignity, empowerment, and long-term stability

? Apply Now

If you’re passionate about supporting unaccompanied children and young people, and want to be part of a team where your work truly matters, apply today to join the Asylum Through Care Team at Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.