Children's Social Worker


Company:	Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Salary:	£33.30 - £33.30
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B6 4DU
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 3 days remote
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	10 Aug 2026
Closing date:	5 Sept 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Kinship Team.

Do not apply to this role if you do not have a Qualification in Social Work with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.

About the team

This team works with children and young people who are unable to remain in the care of their parents and are being cared for by family members or connected persons. The team undertake kinship assessments, provide ongoing support to kinship carers and complete viability assessments where required. Working closely with children, families and partner agencies, the team aims to achieve stable and positive outcomes for children within their family networks wherever possible.

About you

The successful candidate will be proactive, hardworking and have experience completing assessments and working with children and families. A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' post qualification experience is essential for this role (a completed ASYE is counted as one completed year). Experience within Kinship, Fostering, Children in Care or Child Protection services are essential. A valid UK driving licence and car is essential for this role.

What's on offer?

£33.30 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)

"Outstanding" Ofsted inspection results

Hybrid working scheme

Regular supervision offered

Parking available/ nearby

A stable contract due to the demand of the service

Opportunity to make a positive impact on children remaining within their family network

For more information, please get in contact

Luke Longman - Business Manager

07436380232 / llongman@charecruitment.com

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