Peripatetic Social Worker

Togetherforchildren; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent children’s service provider in Sunderland seeks dedicated Peripatetic Social Workers for a full-time, permanent role. You will engage in various areas of Children’s Services, flexibly supporting peaks in demand while managing a case load. The position provides a nurturing environment with additional training and opportunities for professional development, aiming to make a difference in the lives of children and families. This role also entails an Enhanced DBS check and embraces a diverse culture.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Part-time opportunities

Remote work possibilities

Comprehensive induction and support

Wellbeing activities

Attractive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Children's Statutory Safeguarding Services is essential.
• Ingenuity and innovation are required for problem-solving.
• Commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Work across ICRT, Assessment, and Locality Teams.
• Support peaks in demand while carrying a case load.
• Work flexibly across different teams.

Skills

Experience in Children’s Statutory Safeguarding Services

Ingenuity and innovation

Commitment to best outcomes for families

Job description

Peripatetic Social Worker, Assessment, ICRT and Locality Teams

Grade £41,771 – £47,181 per annum, plus a 2% recruitment and retention allowance and £1,239 essential car user payment.

Full Time / Permanent

Closing date: 11th January 2026

Join our Team

Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. We are an outstanding Ofsted‑rated Children’s service. If you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. Learn more about us at Together for Children.

About the role

We are seeking Peripatetic Social Workers to work across three service areas within Children’s Services – ICRT, Assessment and Locality Teams. Successful candidates will be deployed to support peaks in demand and may be assigned to each area for a number of months. You will carry a case load and work flexibly across teams.

Requirements include experience in Children’s Statutory Safeguarding Services, ingenuity, innovation and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.

Our offer

You will join a small social work team with strong support from a Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager. We promote a nurturing learning environment with high support and challenge. The Signs of Safety model of practice is embedded across the service and we offer extensive training. Additional training includes Trauma Informed Practice, Safe & Together training and our edge of care team ‘WEAR Together’ programme.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Why work with us?

• Make a difference: Our work matters. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families and community.
• Inclusion: Thrive in a diverse culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
• Work‑Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model with flexible hours, part‑time opportunities and remote work possibilities.
• Professional Development: Advance your career with comprehensive induction, supervision and peer support.
• Wellbeing: Benefit from a wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
• Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: For additional information please visit the Together for Children Benefits and Rewards page.

About Us

We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, various ages, genders, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races and ethnicities. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

We commit to an accessible application process. Please contact [e-mail] for adjustments or support during recruitment or within the workplace.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who meet essential criteria and indicate a disability, looked‑after young person, care experience or veteran status.

Are you ready to make a difference?

Apply now to join a team that is dedicated to creating positive outcomes for children and families in Sunderland.