📍 Location: Oldham

💷 Rate: £39 per hour

🕒 Contract: Locum

Are you an experienced Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Locum Assessment & Intervention Social Worker to join a well-established Children's Services team in Oldham.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment, undertaking meaningful front line work while benefiting from a competitive hourly rate.

🔎 The Role

As an Assessment & Intervention Social Worker, you will:
  • Undertake assessments of children and families under statutory frameworks
  • Manage a varied caseload including Child Protection and Child in Need
  • Complete Section 17 and Section 47 investigations
  • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children
  • Prepare clear, concise reports for court proceedings where required

✅ Requirements

To be considered, you must have:
  • A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
  • At least 3 years' permanent post-qualified experience as a Qualified Social Worker
  • Relevant experience within Assessment & Intervention / Front line Children's Services
  • Registration with Social Work England
  • Strong knowledge of UK safeguarding legislation and frameworks

🤝 A Straightforward, Supportive Approach to Recruitment

Working with Davina at Caritas Recruitment means:
  • Calm, experienced guidance with 23 years in Social Work recruitment
  • A common-sense, honest approach focused on finding the right fit for you
  • Consistent communication and ongoing support throughout your placement
  • Access to exclusive opportunities not always available on the open market
At Caritas, Social Workers are not just CVs - you are professionals with purpose, and you'll be supported, represented and championed every step of the way.

💼 Why Work with Caritas?

  • Trusted Social Work recruitment specialist
  • Strong relationships with local authorities across the UK
  • Competitive rates and market insight
  • A personalised, people-first approach

💡 Referral Bonus

If this role isn't quite right for you but you know someone suitable, we offer a £300 referral bonus for every successful placement.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about opportunities across England and Wales please contact Davina at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 07385 031109

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£39.00
Per hour
Up to GBP39 per hour + expenses

Oldham

Temporary

Added 06/07/2026
Reference: DC1109060726AM_1783355358

Locum Assessment & Intervention Social Worker Oldham £39ph

Oldham
Temporary

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