Social Worker

My Social Work News; Crewe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services organization is looking for a Supervising Social Worker to join the Connected Peoples Team in Crewe. This full-time locum role offers an hourly rate of £35 for a three-month contract, focusing on safeguarding children and delivering high-quality services. Candidates should be skilled in assessments and court processes. Enjoy the flexibility of selecting assignments that fit your lifestyle while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Flexibility in assignments

Competitive hourly pay

Contract extension potential

Out-of-county travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Ability to complete detailed assessments including Special Guardianship Orders.
• Familiar with court processes and care proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality services for children's safety and wellbeing.
• Complete assessments for family and friends carers.
• Undertake court-directed work with knowledge of permanence planning.
• Carry out assessments within agreed timescales.
• Collaborate in a dynamic team for optimal outcomes.

Skills

Child safeguarding

Assessment skills

Court processes understanding

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Supervising Social Worker – Connected Peoples Team

Location: Crewe, UK
Pay Rate: £35 per hour
Contract Length: 3 months (Full-time, Locum)

This is an excellent opportunity for a Supervising Social Worker to join the Connected Peoples Team in Crewe on a full-time locum basis. Offering an attractive hourly rate of £35, this three‑month assignment provides the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people across Cheshire West and Chester. You will play a vital role in delivering high‑quality services that promote children’s wellbeing, safety, and long‑term stability.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexibility by selecting assignments that fit your lifestyle.
• Competitive hourly pay (£35 per hour) that recognises expertise.
• Potential for contract extensions, enabling longer‑term relationships.
• Out‑of‑county travel for new professional experiences.

What You Will Do

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children by delivering high‑quality services, ensuring their safety and wellbeing remain a priority.
• Complete detailed assessments for family and friends carers, including those applying for Special Guardianship Orders.
• Undertake court‑directed work, demonstrating a strong understanding of court processes, care proceedings, and permanence planning.
• Carry out robust assessments within agreed timescales, which may include out‑of‑county travel and occasional overnight stays.
• Work collaboratively within a dynamic team to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and their carers.

Crewe offers a welcoming and well‑connected place to live and work, known for its rich railway heritage and strong sense of community. With a blend of historic character and modern amenities, alongside excellent transport links, Crewe provides an ideal balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.

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