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.

βœ” Honest advice and regular communication

βœ” Insight into team culture, management and caseloads

βœ” Access to exclusive opportunities

βœ” Ongoing support throughout your assignment

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

Interested?

πŸ“ž 07385 031109

πŸ“§ [email protected]

Refer a friend and receive Β£300 upon successful placement.

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

Β£28.55 - Β£33.30
Per hour
GBP28.55 - GBP33.30 per hour + expenses

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Temporary

Added 29/05/2026
Reference: DC1109300526AM_1780067264

Childrens Social Worker - Assessment & Staying Together team

Newcastle-under-Lyme
Temporary

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