Qualified Children's Social Worker - Frontline

Manchester | Agency | Up to £35 per hour
Frontline Services | Office-Based | 3-Month Contract

Manchester City Council is recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker for a 3-month assignment supporting vulnerable children and families across the city. This is a frontline role working across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children cases.

The position requires full-time office-based working (35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 08:45–16:30) and an ASAP start. You must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car for community visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of CIN, CP, and LAC cases

• Undertake pre-proceedings and work within public and private law frameworks

• Contribute to adoption proceedings where necessary

• Prepare comprehensive assessments and court documentation

• Work closely with partner agencies to safeguard and support children

• Ensure accurate and timely case recording

Practice Model:
This is a busy frontline role within a supportive team environment. You’ll be expected to hit the ground running with a strong understanding of legal frameworks and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in children’s frontline services

• Experience of pre-proceedings and legal processes (public/private law and adoption)

• Must be a car driver with full UK driving licence

• Comfortable with full-time, office-based working

Benefits:

• Up to £35 per hour (depending on experience)

• 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

• Office based – Manchester City

• ASAP start for a 3-month contract

• High-impact work with a committed local authority team

Interested?
Contact Ellis Russell at Sheldon Phillips for a confidential chat:

📞 01635 226350
📧 erussell@sheldon-phillips.com

We also offer up to £300 for successful referrals. (Terms and conditions apply).