Children's Social Worker in Blackburn, Lancashire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Sanctuary Personnel, one of the UK’s most trusted social care recruitment agencies, is looking for qualified Social Workers to support children’s services in Blackburn. Our reputation speaks for itself—just take a look at the feedback we receive on TrustPilot from social workers we’ve helped.

We’re offering hourly pay rates of £39–£40, depending on the team you join. If you’re open to exploring new opportunities, this could be the right time to take the next step in your locum career.

What we offer our locum social workers:

• Exclusive roles – Many of our opportunities are not available through other agencies.
• Ongoing stability – We work closely with local authorities to secure contract extensions and avoid gaps in employment.
• Flexibility for your future – Interested in a permanent position down the line? Our permanent recruitment specialists can support you.
• Dedicated consultant care – Work with someone who understands both recruitment and the challenges of frontline social work.

Essential requirements:

• Social Work qualification (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Active Social Work England registration.
• Previous UK experience in children’s services.
• Willingness to complete compliance checks (we’ll guide you through).

Why choose Blackburn?
Taking a locum role in Blackburn gives you the chance to be part of a welcoming and supportive authority where your skills will make a real impact.

• Wide range of services – Opportunities within safeguarding, assessment, fostering, adoption, MASH, and more.
• Team-focused environment – Strong culture of partnership working across agencies, helping you deliver the best outcomes.
• Room to grow – Develop your practice within an authority that encourages professional progression and innovation.

At Sanctuary, we’ll take care of the details—compliance, contracts, and career planning—so you can stay focused on what matters most: improving children’s lives.

Ready to get started?
If you’re seeking a locum social work role in Blackburn and want the backing of an agency that genuinely understands your profession, we’d love to hear from you.

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.