Social Worker Leaving Care

Charles Hunter Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after 4 weeks

Parking onsite

Umbrella rate £37.52/hr

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates in London is seeking an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Leaving Care Team in the London Area. You will work directly with children, families and care-experienced young people to promote safety, stability and long-term positive outcomes.

Applicants must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualifying experience; a valid UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW).
• Minimum of three years post-qualifying experience.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children, families and care-experienced young people to promote safety and positive outcomes.
• Manage complex cases, assess, plan, and safeguard as part of a multi-agency team.
• Maintain accurate records and apply trauma-informed approaches to achieve outcomes.

Skills

Social work experience

Education

Social Work degree (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Job description

We are looking for an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Leaving Care Team in the London Area

Do not apply if you do not have a Social Work qualification with a minimum 3 years permanent experience with an English local authority.

About the Team

Supporting young people aged 16-25 as they transition into adulthood.As a Child and Family Social Worker, you will work directly with children, families, and care experienced young people to build strong, purposeful relationships that promote safety, stability, and long-term positive outcomes.

Manage complex cases involving children and young people, completing assessments, care planning and safeguarding interventions.Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to promote children's welfare, amplify their voices, support placement stability and permanency, maintain accurate records, and apply trauma-informed and motivational approaches to achieve positive outcomes.

About you

Essential to have previous experience working with children in care, safeguarding, or working with children and young people with disabilities, your application will be highly regarded.Social Workers must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have a minimum of three years' post-qualifying experience. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are also required.

What's on offer?

• £37.52 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
• Ofsted rated Outstanding
• Hybrid working after first 4 weeks
• Flexibility to work outside these hours where required
• Parking onsite/Nearby