Social Worker - Children In Care Team in Manchester, Lancashire

Job Title: Social Worker – Children in Care Team
Specialism: Children in Care
Location: Manchester, UK
Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full Time
Type: Locum

Role Overview
An excellent opportunity is available for a Social Worker to join the Children in Care Team in Manchester on a full-time locum basis. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of children and young people in care by providing high-quality assessment, planning and support. You will work within a committed team focused on stability, safety and positive long-term outcomes.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum Flexibility: Greater control over your schedule and choice of assignments

• Competitive Pay: £35.00 per hour reflecting your experience and expertise

• Professional Development: Opportunities to broaden skills across varied cases and settings

• Career Networking: Work alongside multi-agency professionals and expand your network

• Varied Experience: Exposure to diverse cases that strengthen your practice and knowledge

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop detailed care plans for children and young people in care

• Deliver targeted interventions to improve safety, wellbeing and developmental outcomes

• Manage a caseload of looked after children in line with statutory duties and timescales

• Work collaboratively with education, health and other partner agencies

• Attend and contribute to care planning meetings, statutory reviews and case conferences

• Provide practical and emotional support to foster carers and connected persons

• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant case recordings and reports

Why Manchester
Manchester is a dynamic and diverse city offering strong professional opportunities alongside an excellent quality of life. With outstanding transport links, vibrant culture and supportive communities, it provides an ideal environment for social workers to grow their careers while enjoying city life.

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