We are currently seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a Neighbourhood Team.
This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification and a minimum of two years' post-qualified experience.
About the Team
The team works with vulnerable adults aged 18 and over, providing long-term support and case management to help individuals achieve the best possible outcomes. Responsibilities include undertaking Care Act assessments, Mental Capacity Act assessments, and Section 42 safeguarding enquiries, while developing person-centred care plans tailored to individual needs.
The team offers a supportive management structure, regular supervision, and ongoing guidance to ensure staff feel well supported in their role.
About You
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and knowledgeable in adult social work settings, including community, hospital, older persons, and physical disability services. You will hold a Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and have at least two years of post-qualified experience.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous but are not essential for this position.
What's on Offer?
£30.00 per hour (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working arrangement
Easily accessible location with good transport links
On-site or nearby parking available
Stable contract due to ongoing service demand
For More Information
Please get in touch with:
Luke LongmanTeam Managerllongman@charecruitment.com07436 380232....Read more...
We are currently seeking an experienced Advance Practitioner Adult Social Worker to join a Community Mental Health Team.
This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification and a minimum of two years' post-qualified experience.
About the Team
The team works with vulnerable adults who have mental health difficulties, providing support to help them manage their daily lives. They are responsible for developing and reviewing care plans, as well as carrying out Mental Capacity Act assessments, Care Act 2014 assessments, and Section 42 safeguarding enquiries.The team offers flexible working arrangements, with staff able to work up to three days per week from home and two days per week in the office
About You
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and knowledgeable in adult social work settings, including community, hospital, older persons, and physical disability services. You will hold a Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and have at least two years of post-qualified experience.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous but are not essential for this position.
What's on Offer?
£33.00 per hour (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working arrangement
Easily accessible location with good transport links
On-site or nearby parking available
Stable contract due to ongoing service demand
For More Information
Please get in touch with:
Zoe BellingerTeam Manager - 07384466390zbellinger@charecruitme....Read more...
We are Looking for a Social worker to join our Adult Safeguarding Service.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team are responsible for managing complex cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users and risk assessment and management. This post involves providing your own advice and skills in the day-to-day running of the team, supervising social workers and other unqualified professionals in the team, and reporting to senior management on performance. Working effectively with connected services is essential to ensuring the best outcome for every case.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a comprehensive understanding of Mental health procedures and a minimum of 1 years’ experience managing Social Work Professionals.
What's on offer?
£32.50 ph (PAYE payment options available also)
Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
Enhance your CV and Skill set
Parking available onsite
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906....Read more...
We are Looking for a Social worker to join our Adult Safeguarding Service.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team are responsible for managing complex cases under CPA, developing co-produced care plans with service users and risk assessment and management. This post involves providing your own advice and skills in the day-to-day running of the team, supervising social workers and other unqualified professionals in the team, and reporting to senior management on performance. Working effectively with connected services is essential to ensuring the best outcome for every case.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a comprehensive understanding of Mental health procedures and a minimum of 1 years’ experience managing Social Work Professionals.
What's on offer?
£32.50 ph (PAYE payment options available also)
Opportunity to improve on and learn new processes.
Enhance your CV and Skill set
Parking available onsite
For more information, please get in touch with:
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906....Read more...
We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a children’s services, locality team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience (no visa sponsorship)
About the team
The team works in partnership with the children and their families to understand the support that they need to live safely and happily. Creating plans for the children and the families will be made and reviewed every 12 weeks in this role.
About you
The ability to complete protect and care for the children is essential in this role. Extensive assessment work, long term work and frontline (Child Protection, Children in Need, Assessment, Safeguarding) experience is part of the role. Experience in section 47 and section 17 will also benefit you.
What’s on Offer
£31.00/hr per hour umbrella (PAYE option will also be available)
Hybrid Working
Longer term cases – Connecting with the families
Parking in a staff car park is available on site
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles – Candidate Consultant
07776 849119....Read more...
We are looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join a children’s services, specialist court team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience (no visa sponsorship)
About the team
The team works in partnership with the children and their families to understand the support that they need to live safely and happily. Creating plans for the children and the families will be made and reviewed every 12 weeks in this role.
About you
The ability to complete protect and care for the children is essential in this role. Extensive assessment work, long term work and frontline (Child Protection, Children in Need, Assessment, Safeguarding) experience is part of the role. Experience in section 47 and section 17 will also benefit you.
What’s on Offer
£33.300/hr per hour umbrella (PAYE option will also be available)
Hybrid Working
Longer term cases – Connecting with the families
Parking in a staff car park is available on site
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles – Consultant
07776 849119....Read more...
Charles Hunter Associates are looking for a Children Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years' experience within a permanent role.
About the team:
The team works to safeguard children and young people at risk of homelessness or are currently homeless, in line with the Southwark Judgement (2009) and the Children Act 1989, ensuring that statutory duties are carried out. You will be working collaboratively with partner agencies, this is a fast – faced, supportive environment.
About You:
To be considered, you must have:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience.
Previous experience within Children Statutory Social Work.
A full UK Driver's License is essential
What's on offer?
£33.30 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also).
Hybrid working scheme.
Great opportunity to work in a specialist team.
Parking available nearby/ onsite.
Easily accessible via car or public transport.
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon – Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375
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We are looking for a Senior Social worker to join a Children's Referral & Assessment Team
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline and assessment work.
About the team
The team are responsible for making assessments and decisions as well as any needed statutory functions to ensure the correct outcomes for children and their families are achieved. They work with children with a range of different needs such as CIN (Children in Need), CP (Child protection) you will also need to make judgements as to what the appropriate course of action would be to each case sent from our MASH Team.
About you
Knowledge and experience working within a Frontline Team such as Child Protection or Referral and Assessment is essential for this role. You will need to hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) as well as 3 years post qualifying experience. A Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle is a requirement.
What's on offer?
Up to £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working pattern
Great opportunity to enhance your skillset within assessment work
For more information, please get in touch with.
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906....Read more...
We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Children and Families Team
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline Work
About the team
The team makes decisions and performs statutory functions to ensure the correct outcomes for children and their families are achieved. They do this by working with children from a range of services, such as CIN (Children in Need) and CP (Child Protection), and due to holding court cases, a few of the children are also in LAC (Looked After Children). Experience with PLO cases would be desirable but not essential.
About you
Knowledge and experience working within a fast-paced Frontline Team such as Child protection and Referral and assessment is essential for this role. You will also hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) As well as 3 years post qualifying experience.
You will need to have a Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle.
What's on offer?
Up to £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working pattern.
Parking available on site
For more information, please get in touch with.
07442 576 906
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A South Essex based local authority are looking for a Qualified Social Worker within Adults services to work in a Community Team, working with older adults. This is an assessment based role, working in assisting older people gain access to services, housing and assisted living.
Salary up to £45,100 per annum
LGPS Pension Scheme
Sick Pay
Flexible Working
Your responsibilities:
You will provide a high quality and effective social work service, which responds to the needs of people with lived experiences with care and support needs, their informal carers and their families in a timely manner and within statutory guidelines. All assessments and support plans will be completed in accordance with the wellbeing principles of the Care Act 2014 and reflects a strengths-based approach.
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on 07587031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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We are looking for an Adult’s Social Worker to join a Localities team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience
About the team
The team work in partnership to support vulnerable adults to promote and maintain their independence. The role involves undertaking assessments and possibly MCA and BIA work. This role will involve following section 42. The team work directly with the community in the local area.
About you
A degree within Social Work (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience is required to be deemed suitable for this role. To be successful in this role, you must have experience of working with vulnerable adults, direct community work, and section 42 assessments.
What’s on Offer
Up to £35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment option will also be available)
Parking accessible nearby
Public transport is easily accessible nearby
Direct opportunity
Hybrid working is available
For more information, please get in touch
Owen Giles – Candidate Consultant
07776849119
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We are currently seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join a Access and Duty Team.
This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification and a minimum of two years' post-qualified experience.
About the Team
The team works in a fast-paced environment, supporting vulnerable adults aged 18 and over, including individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and older adults.The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out initial Care Act Assessments, Mental Capacity Assessments (MCAs), and Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries. The role also involves screening referrals, signposting or allocating cases to the appropriate teams where necessary, and working collaboratively with a range of multidisciplinary professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for service users.
The team offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with the expectation of attending the office two to three days per week and working from home for the remainder of the week.
About You
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, motivated, and knowledgeable in adult social work settings, including community, hospital, older persons, and physical disability services. You will hold a Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW) and have at least two years of post-qualified experience.
A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous but are not essential for this position.
What's on Offer?
£30.00 per hour (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working arrangement
Easily accessible location with good transport links
On-site or nearby parking available
Stable contract due to ongoing service demand
For More Information
Please get in touch with:
Zoe BellingerTeam Managerzbellinger@charecruitment.com
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Adults Safeguarding Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
About the Team:
The team works to assess risk, investigate safeguarding concerns, and coordinate support plans to ensure individuals are safe and their wellbeing is promoted. This role involves working closely with other professionals and often includes making decisions under the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005. This opportunity can offer you a stable contract.
About You:
To be considered, you must have:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
Minimum 2 years post-qualified experience
Previous experience within a busy frontline adult social work team
A full UK Driver’s License is essential
What’s on Offer:
Competitive pay – up to £30.00 per hour (umbrella), with PAYE options available
Hybrid working for better work-life balance
Opportunity to develop specialist skills in a focused team
Access to excellent training and development
Regular supervision and a supportive management structure
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon – Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375....Read more...
We are looking for a Senior Social worker to join a Children's Referral & Assessment Team
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline and assessment work.
About the team
The team are responsible for making assessments and decisions as well as any needed statutory functions to ensure the correct outcomes for children and their families are achieved. They work with children with a range of different needs such as CIN (Children in Need), CP (Child protection) you will also need to make judgements as to what the appropriate course of action would be to each case sent from our MASH Team.
About you
Knowledge and experience working within a Frontline Team such as Child Protection or Referral and Assessment is essential for this role. You will need to hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) as well as 3 years post qualifying experience. A Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle is a requirement.
What's on offer?
Up to £38.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working pattern
Great opportunity to enhance your skillset within assessment work
For more information, please get in touch with.
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906....Read more...
We are looking for an Adult’s Senior Social Worker to join a Mental Health Team
Do not apply for this job role if you do not have 2 years’ of permanent experience post qualification
About the role
This team works in a multi-disciplinary environment, delivering high quality social care to support adults experiencing ill mental health across the community. They work jointly with health colleagues to develop section 117 aftercare plans. Undertaking care act strength based assessments are vital part of this role.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years’ experience within adult's Social Work post qualified. A successful candidate will have extensive experience working within mental health and have a strong understanding of section 117 regulations. A valid UK driving license is essential for this role
What’s on offer?
£34.00 per hour (PAYE payments available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Parking onsite/ nearby
Support Management and regular supervision
Easily accessible via public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
jsipson@charecruitment.com / 07775750600....Read more...
Southend City Council are looking for full-time and experienced Fostering Team Manager, specialising in their Kinship support service. This position is full-time and permanent. You must have post qualified experience managing within a Kinship or SGO service.
Benefits for you:
Salary up to £59,000 per annum
Support from a Deputy Manager
28 Days Annual leave Plus Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme
£7,500 after three years
Up to £8,000 towards relocation
Sick Pay
Flexible Working
Employee Scheme
Healthcare
Additional Bonuses
Parking Permit
Your responsibilities:
Managing a team of experienced social workers in a Kinship service
performance management
Pipeline accrual
Data management
Requirements of you as the Social Worker:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
A valid Social Work England registration
Experience of working within both Assessment and Interventions Teams
Must hold a full UK Driving Licence
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join our Family Safeguarding Service
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in Frontline and assessment work.
About the team
The team makes decisions and performs statutory functions to ensure the correct outcomes for children and their families are achieved. They do this by working with children from a range of services, such as CIN (Children in Need) and CP (Child Protection), and due to holding court cases, a few of the children are also in LAC (Looked After Children). Experience with LAC would be desirable but not essential.
About you
Knowledge and experience working within a fast-paced Frontline Team such as Child protection and Referral and assessment is essential for this role. You will also hold a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) As well as 3 years post qualifying experience.
You will need to have a Social Work England registration and access to your own vehicle.
What's on offer?
Up to £34 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working pattern.
Parking available on site
Opportunity to progress court experience
For more information, please get in touch with.
Thomas Sherwood
07442 576 906
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We are currently looking for an Adult's Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team.
Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
The team acts as the first point of contact when concerns arise about an adult aged 18+ in the community where safety or welfare is in question. They assess risk, investigate safeguarding concerns, and coordinate support plans to protect individuals and promote wellbeing. The team works closely with other professionals and makes decisions in line with the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two year's experience within Adult's Social Work. Having a good understanding of safeguarding processes will lend well with this role. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is required to qualify for this role.
What's on offer?
£35.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options also available)
Hybrid working scheme
Short term caseholding
Dedicated support and regular supervision and guidance with line manager
Parking available nearby/ onsite
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
jsipson@charecruitment.com / 07775750600....Read more...
We are looking for an Adult’s Senior Social Worker to join our South Locality Mental Health Team
Do not apply for this job role if you do not have 2 years’ of permanent experience post qualification
About the role
This team works in a multi-disciplinary environment, delivering high quality social care to support adults experiencing ill mental health across the community. They work jointly with health colleagues to develop section 117 aftercare plans. Undertaking care act strength based assessments are vital part of this role.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years’ experience within adult's Social Work post qualified. A successful candidate will have extensive experience working within mental health and have a strong understanding of section 117 regulations. A valid UK driving license is essential for this role.
What’s on offer?
£29.00 per hour (PAYE payments available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Parking onsite/ nearby
Support Management and regular supervision
Easily accessible via public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
jsipson@charecruitment.com / 07775750600....Read more...
We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Children Duty and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years’ permanent experience due to the new DfE requirements.
About the Team:
The team handles incoming referrals to Children’s Social Care. Your job will be to complete initial assessments to determine the level of need and ensure that children and families are directed to the most appropriate service. This could include Early Help, Child in Need, Child Protection, or Looked After Children services. This job offers a stable contract opportunity.
About You:
To be considered, you must have:
A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience and an ASYE completed
Previous experience within a frontline Children Social Work team is essential
A full UK Driver’s License is essential
What’s on Offer:
Competitive pay – up to £37.00 hourly (umbrella), with PAYE options available
Hybrid working for better work-life balance
Opportunity to develop specialist skills in a focused team
Access to excellent training and development
Regular supervision and a supportive management structure
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon – Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375
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We are looking for a Social Worker to join the Adult’s Generic Social Work Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team:
The Adult’s Generic Social Work Team is a dynamic and supportive service that works with adults aged 18 and over with a wide range of needs, including physical disabilities, mental health conditions and learning disabilities. The team is committed to promoting independence, wellbeing and safeguarding, working in a person-centred and strength-based way.
You will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, working closely with health professionals, carers, and partner agencies to deliver high-quality support and effective outcomes for service users. The team offers a positive working culture with regular supervision, opportunities for professional development and a strong focus on continuous learning.
About you:
A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of 2-year experience is essential to be considered for this role. Experience working a Generic Adult Social Work Team lends well to the success of this position.
What's on offer?
£34.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Regular supervision offered
Parking available/ nearby
A stable contract due to the demand of the services
For more information, please get in contact:
Grace Gordon – Consultant
0118 948 5555 / 07425728375
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We are looking for an Adult's Advanced Practitoner a Community Review Team
Do not apply for this job role if you do not have 2 years of permanent experience as an Adult Social Worker
About this role
This team works closely with a range of varying disabilities, long term conditions, dementia and drug and alcohol cases. Providing a strength based and person centred approach to assessments and interventions is key for the success of the team. In this team, you will be expected to provide an effective and efficient response to safeguarding enquiries.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years’ experience within adult's Social Work post qualified. A successful candidate must have extensive experience working with adult’s with disabilities and community based work. A valid UK driving license and vehicle is essential for this role.
What’s on offer?
£35.00 per hour (PAYE payments available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Parking available/ nearby
Opportunity to work with a variety of different cases
Structured team set up with regular supervision offered by management
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We are looking for an Adult's Senior Social Worker to join a Substance Misuse Team
Do not apply for this job role if you do not have 2 years' of permanent experience post qualification
About the role
This team works in a multi-disciplinary environment. This team delivers assessments to see if people are ready for rehab, They work with the homeless and will work closely with the homelessness team in visiting hostels. Undertaking care act strength-based assessments are vital part of this role.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two years' experience within adult's Social Work post qualified. A successful candidate will have extensive experience working within mental health and have a strong understanding of the Mental Capacity Act.
What's on offer?
£32.00 per hour (PAYE payments available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Parking onsite/ nearby
Support Management and regular supervision
Easily accessible via public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
jsipson@charecruitment.com / 07775750600....Read more...
We are looking for a Children's Social Worker to join a Looked After Children Team.
Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experiences in permanent contract/s.
About the team
The role of this team is to support, safeguard and plan for the children and young people who are in care. They are responsible for providing ongoing support, building relationships with the children and completing regular visits. This team is also involved with making and evaluating the care plan for the child and taking all care proceedings.
About you
Having experience with court work and care proceedings is a key for this role. It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW). A valid UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What's on offer?
£39.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Parking available / nearby
Easily accessible offices via car or public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Josh Sipson - Candidate Consultant
jsipson@charecruitment.com / 07775750600....Read more...
We are looking for an Adult’s Social Worker to join a Hospital Discharge Team.
This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.
About the team
This team is made up of all levels of social workers and has a very strong management system in place to help with support. They are responsible for safeguarding vulnerable individuals 18+ making sure their needs are being met while working with the individual’s family and other health professionals to make sure the correct support is in place ready for them to be discharged. This is a very fast-paced environment with a quick turnover of assessments and caseloads.
About you
It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two year’s experience within adult’s social work in order to be considered for this role. Having experience and knowledge in discharge to assess or hospital work is essential for this role. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is required to qualify for this position.
What’s on offer?
£32.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)
Hybrid working scheme
Stable team with strong management support
Short term, fast paced work
Monitored caseload numbers
For more information, please get in contact
Liberty Hodder – Recruitment Consultant
lhodder@charecruitment.com
07884008267
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