Social Worker - Looked After Children Team in Exeter, Devon

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Position: Experienced Social Worker – Looked After Children Team
Specialism: Family-Led Social Work
Location: Exeter, UK
Rate: £38 per hour
Type: Locum | Full-Time | Ongoing

Are you a seasoned Social Worker seeking a meaningful opportunity to transform lives? Join the Looked After Children Team in Exeter and play a central role in promoting stability, safety, and family-led outcomes for children in care. Working as part of the Mid & East team, this full-time locum role offers £38 per hour, rewarding your dedication and skill in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

Why Join Us?

• Flexibility & Freedom: Enjoy the autonomy of a locum role, empowering you to tailor your work-life balance to suit your needs and lifestyle.

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to £38 per hour, with potential travel allowances for those commuting longer distances.

• Career Growth: Access regular training and development to enhance your knowledge and elevate your professional journey.

• Quality of Life: Experience the charm of Exeter, a thriving city known for its natural beauty, historic architecture, and vibrant local culture.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Support children and young people in care through high-quality, outcome-focused social work.

• Build and sustain positive relationships with children, families, and carers to drive stability and trust.

• Deliver timely assessments and avoid case drift by ensuring proactive case management.

• Operate confidently within court proceedings and multi-agency settings, always advocating for the child’s best interests.

• Apply sound knowledge of legislation, frameworks, and theories to inform practice.

• Maintain clear, efficient documentation to ensure compliance and visibility on every child’s journey.

• Participate in flexible home-working options, subject to discussion at interview.

About Exeter:

Exeter combines historic elegance with modern vibrancy, offering a unique lifestyle in the heart of Devon. From stunning coastlines and scenic trails to cultural festivals and local markets, this is a place where work and wellbeing go hand in hand.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning social work recruitment agency. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating and a reputation for delivering top-tier locum roles, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Sanctuary Personnel, a 1000 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by Sanctuary Personnel, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.