Children's Social Worker - Locality Team, Stockport
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.
Caritas Recruitment is proud to be working with Stockport Council to recruit an Experienced Permanent Social Worker to join a well-structured Locality Team.
Salary
£39,862 - £45,091
About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding role within a locality team covering the full spectrum of statutory children's social work, including:
Duty and assessmentChild in Need (CIN)Child Protection (CP)Court workPermanence planning
You will manage a diverse caseload, working with children and families across the continuum, making informed decisions to safeguard and improve outcomes.
Team Structure
You will be part of a supportive and balanced team made up of:
2 Senior Practitioners6 Social Workers
This structure ensures strong management oversight, peer support, and collaborative working.
About YouSocial Work qualification and SWE registrationExperience across safeguarding, CIN/CP, and court workConfident managing complex caseloadsStrong assessment and report-writing skillsAbility to work effectively within a team and multi-agency environmentBenefits of Working in Stockport
Stockport offers a comprehensive and supportive working environment with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and development:
Low-cost on-site parking (£3 per day)Up to 31 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with option to buy more Flexible working options including flexi-time and hybrid opportunities (where applicable) Local Government Pension Scheme with additional salary sacrifice options Extensive training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and CPD Health, wellbeing and employee assistance support Travel schemes including Cycle to Work and car lease options Discounts portal offering savings on a wide range of products and services Paid volunteering opportunities (up to 4 hours per month) Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-organised and supportive service with a manageable team structure and strong emphasis on professional development, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
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 Agency in relation to this vacancy.
