Social Worker - Support & Protection Team

  • Randstad Care
  • Workington, Cumbria
  • Jul 27, 2026
Contractor Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

Social Worker - Support & Protection Team

Location: Various Councils in North EastWorking Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office/visits and 2 days working from homePay: £45 per hour (Umbrella) + £100 weekly expenses

Randstad is proud to partner with North east Councils to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join the Support & Protection Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Social Worker to support children and families while working within a dedicated safeguarding service.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Support & Protection Team, undertaking statutory assessments, safeguarding interventions, and supporting positive outcomes for children and families.

The successful candidate will manage a varied workload, work collaboratively with partner agencies, and provide high-quality social work practice within a child-focused environment.

Requirements
  • Qualified Social Worker with relevant children's services experience

  • Registered with Social Work England

  • Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and relevant legislation

  • Experience managing complex cases and undertaking assessments

  • Ability to work effectively with children, families, and multi-agency partners

  • Strong communication, assessment, and report-writing skills

Interested?

To apply or find out more, please contact ( or send your CV today.

If you're looking for your next contract opportunity and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you.

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