Social Worker - Court Team
Crewe - Cheshire East Council £41 per Hour - Locum Contract Hybrid Working - Flexible Working Available
Caritas Recruitment is working with Cheshire East Council to recruit an experienced Social Worker to join their dedicated Court Team based in Crewe.
This is an excellent opportunity for a social worker with strong court experience who is looking for manageable caseloads, supportive management, and flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
You will work with children and families involved in care proceedings, holding a small caseload of approximately 5-6 sets of care proceedings. Your focus will be progressing cases through the court process and ensuring the best outcomes for children.
Following the conclusion of proceedings, children will transfer to the most appropriate social work team based on their individual needs, allowing you to maintain a specialist court focus throughout your work.
What's on Offer?
- £41 per hour
- Small, manageable caseloads
- Hybrid working model
- Typically 3 days office-based and 2 days from home
- Condensed working weeks available
- Dedicated Team Manager and Service Manager support
- Family Support Worker within the team
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker
- Social Work England registration
- Previous Children's Services experience
- Strong knowledge of care proceedings and court work
- Confident in preparing court statements, care plans and evidence
- Ability to work effectively with children, families and multi-agency partners
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to join a well-supported specialist Court Team where you'll benefit from low caseloads, strong management oversight, and the flexibility needed to maintain a positive work-life balance while delivering excellent outcomes for children and families.
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Social Worker - Court Team - Cheshire East in Crewe employer: Caritas Recruitment Limited
Join our dedicated team in St Helens, where we prioritise the well-being of children in care and their families. As a Social Worker, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values professional development and offers flexible working arrangements, ensuring you can thrive both personally and professionally. With a strong commitment to making a meaningful impact, this role provides an opportunity to grow within a community focused on positive change.
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Caritas Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
