Social Worker


Company:	Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Salary:	£39,100 to £45,100 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Southend-On-Sea, SS1 1BN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Sept 2026
Closing date:	22 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a newly formed Families First programme team based with Southend on Sea City Council on a PERMANENT basis. Salaries are up to £45,100 per annum and will reward you for your loyalty, paying £7500 for 3 years of service.

You need to have previous experience of working within Children's Frontline services and have knowledge of child protection, looked after children and associated child in need; social work practice is essential, along with knowledge of methods of social work intervention.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 1 years post qualified experience.

About the Team

This team is a specialist role focuses on supporting children and young people plus working with families and developing Child in Need, Child Protection, or Looked After Children plans where appropriate. You can be based from home, but will need to attend the offices and meet the needs of the team across the month, when needed.

About you

A degree within social work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 1 years' experience is essential in order to be considered for this role. A valid UK driving license and vehicle is not essential to the success of this role but will help.

What's on offer?

Salary up to £45,100 per annum

£7,500 3 year loyalty payment

Hybrid and flexible working scheme

Parking available/nearby

Great opportunity to develop your skill set and enhance your career

Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna at Charles Hunter Associates on 07587 031 100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details

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