SOCIAL WORKER TORBAY

Reference: AS902_1780927039

Torbay Social Services

We are currently recruiting for experienced qualified social workers for picturesque Torbay, on the south coast of England.

Torbay has been rated Good with Ofsted and are recruiting for a Social worker for their Assessment team

The assessment team is the first port of call so they are looking for an experienced social worker with excellent report writing skills who has worked in assessment previously. They will also look at social workers from other areas of children services such as MASH ( multi agency safeguarding hub ) Or child protection.

It is 37 hours per week and Up to £42 per hour for social work role dependent on experience. There is also a Accommodation Allowance of £150 per week for those who need to stay away from home

With the summer upon us working near the sea is an amazing opportunity. If you are interested in this role or others like it please do not hesitate in contacting Andy Scully

Working with an established agency as Caritas Are offers you 24/7 help via your personal consultant

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

£40.00 - £42.00
Per hour
GBP40 - GBP42 per hour

Devon

Temporary

Added 08/06/2026
Reference: AS902_1780927039

SOCIAL WORKER TORBAY

Devon
Temporary

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