Children Social Worker

Job description

Children's Social Worker - Wigan Council - Temporary Contract

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for experienced Children's Social Workers to join Wigan Council across Locality, Duty, Children with Disabilities (CWD), and The Hub teams.

Role Details

Location: Wigan
Contract: Temporary, 3+ months
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Pay Rate: £38 per hour
Umbrella £29.80 per hour
PAYE

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and manage a caseload of children and families.
• Complete statutory visits, care planning, and reviews.
• Work within Locality, Duty, CWD, or Hub services depending on team allocation.
• Liaise with multi-agency professionals to ensure positive outcomes for children.
• Prepare reports and attend relevant meetings, conferences, and court proceedings where required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records.

Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• Qualified Social Worker status
• Experience within Children's Services
• Enhanced DBS
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates
• Supportive management teams
• Flexible working opportunities
• Weekly payroll

Service Care Solutions Benefits

• £250 training allowance
• Excellent pay rates
• Specialist consultant support
• Frequent bonus and referral opportunities

Referral Bonus

Know someone suitable? Service Care Solutions offer a £200 referral bonus for successful recommendations.

Sign-Up Bonus

New candidates may be eligible for a £150 sign-up bonus , subject to terms and conditions SC3

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wigan

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £32.00 and £44.00 Per Hour

Published at

01-11-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English