Social Worker - Children Looked After Team - Devon - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Locum Social Worker to support the Children Looked After Team in Devon. This full-time role offers a competitive pay of £38.00 per hour and hybrid working arrangements. You'll build positive relationships and conduct assessments to ensure children's needs are met. Join a supportive team making a real difference in children's lives in a beautiful UK region.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Competitive Pay

Weekly Allowance for accommodation

Professional Development

Locum Flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Worker in children services.
• Ability to carry out assessments and interventions effectively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with children and families.
• Carry out comprehensive assessments for children's needs.
• Collaborate within multi-agency networks for continuity of care.
• Champion the welfare of children in care.

Job description

Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Children Looked After Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: Devon, UK
Salary: £38.00 per hour
Employment Type: Ongoing Locum

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Locum Social Worker within the Children Looked After Team, where your skills and compassion will help shape brighter futures for children and young people. This full-time position (37 hours per week, Monday to Friday) offers an excellent hourly rate of £38.00, providing both financial reward and professional fulfilment in equal measure.

As a vital member of a supportive and dynamic team, you’ll contribute to creating stable, nurturing environments for children in care — ensuring their voices are heard, their needs are met, and their potential is realised.

Perks and Benefits:

Hybrid Working: Balance your professional and personal life with flexible hybrid arrangements.

Competitive Pay: Earn up to £38.00 per hour for your valuable expertise and dedication.

Weekly Allowance: Receive up to £150 per week for accommodation or commuting (for those living 50+ miles from base).

Professional Development: Collaborate with passionate colleagues and enhance your skills within a progressive and supportive environment.

Locum Flexibility: Experience a diverse workload that keeps every day engaging and full of learning opportunities.

What You Will Do:

Build positive and trusting relationships with children, young people, and families to achieve lasting, strength-based outcomes.

Carry out comprehensive and timely assessments, ensuring that interventions are responsive and effective.

Work collaboratively within multi-agency networks to support children’s needs and ensure continuity of care.

Uphold your responsibilities as a Corporate Parent, championing the welfare and aspirations of children in care.

Navigate complex cases with resilience, sound judgment, and a focus on achieving permanent, positive outcomes.

Share knowledge and guidance with colleagues, maintaining high standards of practice across the service.

Why Choose This Role?

This opportunity offers not only professional satisfaction but also the chance to work in one of the UK’s most beautiful regions. With its coastal charm, rolling countryside, and strong community spirit, Devon provides the perfect backdrop for personal wellbeing and a balanced lifestyle. Join a forward-thinking team where your contribution will make a tangible difference to children’s lives every day.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency connecting skilled professionals to exceptional locum and permanent opportunities. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and multiple industry awards, we’re committed to matching your expertise with the best roles and rates in the market.