Childrens Social Worker Middlesbrough Jobs

Children's Social Worker - Middlesbrough

Added 20/07/2026

Reference: GB200726C_1784584062

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding and Child Protection (SCP) Team.Please note that only Social Work... Read more

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding and Child Protection (SCP) Team.

Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.

Senior Social Worker | SCP Team | Middlesbrough Borough Council

Caritas Recruitment is supporting Middlesbrough Borough Council in the recruitment of highly experienced Senior Social Workers to join their Safeguarding and Child Protection (SCP) Team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a committed and supportive service dedicated to protecting vulnerable children and young people and achieving positive outcomes for families. The SCP Team works with children who are subject to Child Protection Plans, Child in Need Plans, and Public Law Outline processes, ensuring that children remain at the centre of all decision-making.

About the Role

As a Senior Social Worker within the SCP Team, you will:

Manage a caseload of complex child protection and safeguarding cases.Complete high-quality assessments and formulate effective intervention plans.Undertake direct work with children, young people, and their families.Lead and contribute to Child Protection Conferences, Core Groups, and multi-agency meetings.Work within court proceedings and Public Law Outline processes where required.Build strong partnerships with education, health, police, and other safeguarding agencies.Ensure accurate recording and timely completion of statutory reports and assessments.Promote positive outcomes and permanence planning for children and young people.About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Social Work England Registration.Right to Work in the UK.Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Social Care.Strong safeguarding and child protection experience.Experience managing complex cases and working within statutory frameworks.Excellent assessment, analytical, and risk management skills.Confidence in multi-agency working and court-related practice.A child-centred approach and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children.Assignment DetailsLocation: Middlesbrough House, TS1 2RHPositions Available: 7Hours: 37 hours per weekPay RatesPAYE: £24.95 per hourUmbrella/Ltd: £31.74 per hour

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced safeguarding practitioners looking to make a real difference within a busy and well-established Children's Social Care service.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

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

Read less

£24.95 - £31.74

Per hour

Middlesbrough

Contract

Social Worker - Multi Agency Children's Hub - Middlesbrough

Added 20/07/2026

Reference: GB200726A_1784583717

MACH SSW - Multi Agency Children's HubPlease note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right... Read more

MACH SSW - Multi Agency Children's Hub

Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.

Senior Social Worker | MACH Team | Middlesbrough Borough Council

Caritas Recruitment is supporting Middlesbrough Borough Council in recruiting an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their innovative Multi-Agency Children's Hub (MACH).

The South Tees MACH is a well-established integrated safeguarding hub that brings together professionals from Children's Social Care, Police, Health, Education, Early Help and a range of partner agencies. By working collaboratively within a single multi-agency environment, the MACH provides timely information sharing, effective risk assessment and quicker decision-making to ensure children and families receive the right support at the right time.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker who enjoys fast-paced front-door safeguarding work and values strong partnership working.

The Role

As a Senior Social Worker within the MACH Team, you will:

Screen and analyse contacts and referrals regarding children and families.Undertake robust risk assessments and make informed threshold decisions.Work collaboratively with partner agencies to gather and evaluate information.Identify safeguarding concerns and determine appropriate interventions.Contribute to effective child protection decision-making.Ensure accurate recording and compliance with statutory requirements.Support the delivery of timely and child-centred responses to children and families.Why Join the MACH?

The MACH model is designed to improve outcomes through:

Co-located multi-agency working and collaborative decision-making.Effective information sharing between safeguarding partners.Earlier identification of risk and need.Faster responses to safeguarding concerns.A focus on ensuring children receive the right intervention at the right time.Strong partnership working and professional support within an experienced team.RequirementsSocial Work England Registration.Right to Work in the UK.Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Services.Previous experience within MASH/MACH, Assessment, Front Door or Safeguarding teams.Excellent assessment, analytical and decision-making skills.Ability to manage risk and work effectively in a fast-paced safeguarding environment.Assignment DetailsLocation: Middlesbrough House, TS1 2RHContract: TemporaryHours: 37 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday to FridayPay RatesPAYE: £24.95 per hour Umbrella/Ltd: £31.74 per hour

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

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

Read less

£24.95 - £31.74

Per hour

Middlesbrough

Contract

Social Worker - Multi Agency Children's Hub - Middlesbrough

Added 20/07/2026

Reference: GB200726A_1784583614

MACH SSW - Multi Agency Children's HubPlease note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right... Read more

MACH SSW - Multi Agency Children's Hub

Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.

Senior Social Worker | MACH Team | Middlesbrough Borough Council

Caritas Recruitment is supporting Middlesbrough Borough Council in recruiting an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their innovative Multi-Agency Children's Hub (MACH).

The South Tees MACH is a well-established integrated safeguarding hub that brings together professionals from Children's Social Care, Police, Health, Education, Early Help and a range of partner agencies. By working collaboratively within a single multi-agency environment, the MACH provides timely information sharing, effective risk assessment and quicker decision-making to ensure children and families receive the right support at the right time.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker who enjoys fast-paced front-door safeguarding work and values strong partnership working.

The Role

As a Senior Social Worker within the MACH Team, you will:

Screen and analyse contacts and referrals regarding children and families.Undertake robust risk assessments and make informed threshold decisions.Work collaboratively with partner agencies to gather and evaluate information.Identify safeguarding concerns and determine appropriate interventions.Contribute to effective child protection decision-making.Ensure accurate recording and compliance with statutory requirements.Support the delivery of timely and child-centred responses to children and families.Why Join the MACH?

The MACH model is designed to improve outcomes through:

Co-located multi-agency working and collaborative decision-making.Effective information sharing between safeguarding partners.Earlier identification of risk and need.Faster responses to safeguarding concerns.A focus on ensuring children receive the right intervention at the right time.Strong partnership working and professional support within an experienced team.RequirementsSocial Work England Registration.Right to Work in the UK.Significant post-qualified experience within Children's Services.Previous experience within MASH/MACH, Assessment, Front Door or Safeguarding teams.Excellent assessment, analytical and decision-making skills.Ability to manage risk and work effectively in a fast-paced safeguarding environment.Assignment DetailsLocation: Middlesbrough House, TS1 2RHContract: TemporaryHours: 37 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday to FridayPay RatesPAYE: £24.95 per hour Umbrella/Ltd: £31.74 per houImportant Information

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

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

Read less

£37,280.00 - £42,839.00

Per annum

Greater Manchester

Permanent

Children's Locality Social Worker - Middlesbrough

Added 23/06/2026

Reference: DC1109240626AM_1782219919

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity in a well-supported Locality Team?... Read more

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity in a well-supported Locality Team? Middlesbrough Council is looking for a confident, relationship-focused practitioner to join their front line service, making a genuine impact with children and families.

The RoleManage a diverse caseload of children and families within a locality settingComplete assessments, care planning and safeguarding interventionsWork closely with multi-agency partners to deliver positive outcomesSupport children across CIN, CP and, where required, court processesBuild strong, purposeful relationships that create long-term changeWhat We're Looking ForQualified Social Worker with Social Work England registrationStrong experience within Children's Services (Locality/Safeguarding)Confident decision-maker with solid assessment skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environmentWhy This Role?Supportive management and structured teamsFocus on relationship-based practiceCompetitive locum ratesOpportunity to make a tangible difference in the communityA Straightforward, Supportive Approach23 years' experience offering calm, knowledgeable guidance throughoutHonest, no-pressure recruitment focused on what genuinely suits youClear communication and real insight into teams, culture and caseloadsLong-term relationships over quick placements - you're more than a CVWho This SuitsExperienced locum Social Workers seeking stability and supportPractitioners who value honesty, transparency and realistic role matchingThose looking for a role where their impact truly matters

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

👉 Know someone perfect? If this role isn't for you but you can recommend someone suitable, you can earn a £300 referral bonus.

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

Read less

£27.56

Per hour

Middlesbrough

Temporary

Social worker in Children Services Middlesbrough

Added 30/04/2026

Reference: AS026_1777558993

We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Social Worker within a children Services TeamThe team is Sexual and... Read more

We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Social Worker within a children Services Team

The team is Sexual and Criminal Exploitation.

You should have worked in Children services as a social worker for at least 3 years and have some experience working with children affected by sexual and or criminal exploitation.

If you are interested in this role or other social work roles in the North East please get in touch

a.scully @ caritasrecruitment.com / 0 7 8 7 2 3 8 9 9 8 7

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

Read less

£34.45 - £35.50

Per hour

Newcastle upon Tyne

Temporary

Job search

Find your new role

Apply for...

Refer a friend

No saved jobs available

Create a job alert