Children's Social Worker

Assessment & Staying Together Team
Newcastle-under-Lyme | Hybrid Working

My client is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join their Assessment & Staying Together Team in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive team that embraces restorative practice, helping families build on their strengths to achieve positive outcomes for children.

What's on Offer?

  • Hybrid working (minimum 50% office based)
  • Regular supervision and training
  • Access to benefits platform with discounts on retail, restaurants, gyms and more
  • Supportive team environment
  • Team size: 6
  • Local road parking and paid car parks available

Key Responsibilities

  • Child in Need planning
  • Child Protection planning
  • PLO work
  • Court proceedings
  • Managing a caseload of children and families
  • Completing assessments and managing risk
  • Undertaking direct work with children, families and carers
  • Promoting Family Group Conferences and family-led solutions
  • Working within a restorative and relationship-based practice model

About You

  • Qualified Social Worker
  • Social Work England registered
  • Experience within Children's Services
  • Confident managing statutory casework and safeguarding responsibilities

Why Work With Me?

Davina Cripps | Senior Consultant - Caritas Recruitment

With 23 years' recruitment experience and 3 years specialising in Social Work, I provide a straightforward, honest and supportive recruitment service.

✔ Honest advice and regular communication

✔ Insight into team culture, management and caseloads

✔ Access to exclusive opportunities

✔ Ongoing support throughout your assignment

At Caritas, we believe recruitment should be personal, transparent and focused on finding the right fit for you.

Interested?

📞 07385 031109

📧 [email protected]

Refer a friend and receive £300 upon successful placement.

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

£28.55 - £33.30
Per hour
GBP28.55 - GBP33.30 per hour + expenses
Added 29/05/2026
Reference: DC1109300526AM_1780067264

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