Social Worker - Court Team
Torbay Children's Services
Up to £45 per Hour
Caritas Recruitment is currently supporting Torbay Children's Services in the recruitment of an experienced Social Worker for their Court Team.
This is an excellent long-term locum opportunity offering a competitive rate, accommodation support, and the chance to join a local authority recently rated GOOD by Ofsted.
What's on Offer?
Up to £45 per hour + £150 Accommodation Allowance
37 hours per week
Long-term contract
£150 per week accommodation allowance available until the end of December 2026
Career progression opportunities, including permanent positions
Rental accommodation available if requiredThe Role
You will manage a caseload of approximately 20-24 children and families, undertaking complex court proceedings and safeguarding work.
The service works with children subject to:
Child Protection Plans
Child in Need Plans
Care Proceedings
Public Law Outline (PLO) processesThis is a fast-paced and supportive environment where high-quality practice is valued and professional development is encouraged.
Working Arrangements
Office attendance required up to three days per week
Full-time office presence required during duty weeks
Flexible remote working available outside of duty commitments
Must be available to respond to crisis situations and safeguarding concerns when required
Ability to travel across Torbay and occasionally out of county is essentialEssential Requirements
In line with Department for Education agency regulations, applicants must:
Hold Social Work England registration
Have a minimum of 3 years' post-qualifying experience gained within an English Local Authority Children's Services team
Not have left a permanent Children's Services social work position within the last six months from a local authority in the South West region
Be able to attend the Torbay office each weekIf you're an experienced Children's Social Worker with court experience looking for your next locum contract, I'd love to hear from you.
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Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
Specialist in Children's Social Work Recruitment Across England & Wales
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
