๐Ÿ“ Location: Scarborough

๐Ÿ’ผ Contract: Locum
๐Ÿ“Š Caseload: 20-24 cases per Social Worker
๐Ÿ’ฐ Pay: ยฃ37.79 per hour

โญ About the Role

A strong opportunity for an experienced Children in Care Social Worker to join a supportive Scarborough-based team. You'll manage a balanced caseload of 20-24, working with looked-after children to deliver stability, permanence and positive outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
  • Manage a Children in Care caseload
  • Complete statutory visits, care planning and reviews
  • Work collaboratively with carers, families and partner agencies
  • Maintain high-quality recording and timely interventions

โœ… Essential Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)
  • Minimum 3+ years permanent post-qualified experience (DfE compliant)
  • Strong Children in Care / LAC experience
  • Confident with court work and care planning
  • Ability to manage a varied and busy caseload

๐ŸŒŸ Why This Role?

  • Manageable caseloads (20-24)
  • Supportive team and management structure
  • Well-established local authority
  • Competitive locum rates

๐Ÿค Davina Cripps | Senior Consultant - Caritas Recruitment

A More Human Approach to Recruitment

I keep recruitment simple, honest and tailored to you. No pressure, no guesswork - just clear communication and roles that genuinely fit your experience and goals.

What You Can Expect

  • Honest advice on roles, teams and pay rates
  • Regular contact and ongoing support
  • Access to exclusive opportunities
  • A recruiter who listens and puts you first
With 23 years' recruitment experience, I'll help you make informed, confident decisions about your next move.

๐Ÿข Why Caritas?

A trusted Social Work recruitment agency known for compliance, quality roles and strong local authority relationships - combined with a personal, consultative service.

๐Ÿ“ข Interested?

Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential chat:
๐Ÿ“ž 07385 031109
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐Ÿ’ท Refer a friend and receive ยฃ300

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For a discussion about other 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.

ยฃ37.79
Per hour
Up to GBP37.79 per hour + expenses

Scarborough

Temporary

Added 05/06/2026
Reference: DC1109050626PM_1780672962

Locum Children in Care Social Worker - Scarborough

Scarborough
Temporary

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