Children Social Worker

We are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join a Looked After Children team in the West Midlands.

This role requires a Social Work qualification and a minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience.

About the Team

This team supports children by providing long-term plans for looked after children. The team's goal is to help children have a safe, stable, and nurturing environment throughout their childhood and upbringing.

The service is responsible for carrying out care planning assessments, placement assessments, and permanence assessments. The team consists of 1 Team Manager (TM), 1 Advanced Practitioner (AP), and up to 6 Social Workers (SWs), including ASYEs.

About You

The successful candidate will be hardworking and have strong knowledge and experience of working within a children's social work setting. Candidates should have post-qualifying experience in Looked After Children or Fostering services.

You must hold a degree in Social Work (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and be registered with Social Work England.

What's on Offer? Up to £33.30 per hour (PAYE payment options available) Parking available on-site or nearby Easily accessible by car or public transport Hybrid working model Flexible working scheme Manageable caseloads

For more infromation

Zoe Bellinger - Team Manager

zbellinger@charecruitment.com | 07384 466390


  • Location: West Midlands, England
  • Salary: Up to £33.30 per hour + Hybrid Working From Home
  • Type: Contract
  • Recruiter: Charles Hunter Associates
  • Posted: 03-Jun-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com