- Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity in Scotland's vibrant capital? We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in Edinburgh to provide essential support to young adults with disabilities and adult services clients. This crucial role offers the chance to make a real difference in people's lives by empowering individuals, promoting independence, and ensuring their voices are heard within theAre you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding opportunity in Scotland's vibrant capital? We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in Edinburgh to provide essential support to young adults with disabilities and adult services clients. This crucial role offers the chance to make a real difference in people's lives by empowering individuals, promoting independence, and ensuring their voices are heard within the
- Are you a Qualified Social Worker looking for a new challenge within a Hospital setting?Look no further…Randstad are recruiting Qualified Social Workers across Scotland. These are full time roles offering fantastic competitive pay rates.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitive rates of payMileage reimbursementSupervisionWeekly payOne committed and dedicated point of contactAn unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (TAre you a Qualified Social Worker looking for a new challenge within a Hospital setting?Look no further…Randstad are recruiting Qualified Social Workers across Scotland. These are full time roles offering fantastic competitive pay rates.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitive rates of payMileage reimbursementSupervisionWeekly payOne committed and dedicated point of contactAn unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T
- Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families? Do you thrive in a challenging, rewarding environment where your skills and dedication can create lasting change? We are looking for a committed and compassionate Children and Families Social Worker with a strong focus on child protection to join a dynamic team in Falkirk.In this vital role, you will work directly with children, young people, and their families, providAre you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families? Do you thrive in a challenging, rewarding environment where your skills and dedication can create lasting change? We are looking for a committed and compassionate Children and Families Social Worker with a strong focus on child protection to join a dynamic team in Falkirk.In this vital role, you will work directly with children, young people, and their families, provid
- 🌍 Qualified Children's Social Worker - Duty & Assessment / UASC (Trafford)Rate of Pay: £35.00 per hour (Agency/Locum) Location: Trafford Council (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Temporary / Full-Time🌟 Job SummaryTrafford Council is looking for a resilient and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their front-line Duty and Assessment Team, with a specific focus on Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC).This is a unique role that combines t🌍 Qualified Children's Social Worker - Duty & Assessment / UASC (Trafford)Rate of Pay: £35.00 per hour (Agency/Locum) Location: Trafford Council (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Temporary / Full-Time🌟 Job SummaryTrafford Council is looking for a resilient and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their front-line Duty and Assessment Team, with a specific focus on Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC).This is a unique role that combines t
- Are you a dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity?Do you have a genuine passion for supporting children and making a difference within fostering services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Supervising Social Worker to join a supportive and well-established Fostering Team in the Stockport, Greater Manchester area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly regarded local authority committed toAre you a dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity?Do you have a genuine passion for supporting children and making a difference within fostering services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Supervising Social Worker to join a supportive and well-established Fostering Team in the Stockport, Greater Manchester area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly regarded local authority committed to
- Are you looking for a permanent position in Children's Social Work? Would you like to work for a local authority where you can progress quickly? The local authority are investing, improving and looking to the future. They're looking for ambitious individuals to help them achieve their ambition and in return are offering a fantastic benefits package to Children's Social Workers interested in positions within their Safeguarding teams in the Oldham, Greater MAre you looking for a permanent position in Children's Social Work? Would you like to work for a local authority where you can progress quickly? The local authority are investing, improving and looking to the future. They're looking for ambitious individuals to help them achieve their ambition and in return are offering a fantastic benefits package to Children's Social Workers interested in positions within their Safeguarding teams in the Oldham, Greater M
- Are you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to be the frontline response for children and families? Are you looking for an exciting role within the Children and Families Service where you can showcase your experience and skills?Yes?Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Dumfries and Galloway Children's and Families Service.. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitivAre you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to be the frontline response for children and families? Are you looking for an exciting role within the Children and Families Service where you can showcase your experience and skills?Yes?Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Dumfries and Galloway Children's and Families Service.. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitiv
- Are you looking for an exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you looking for a role that is rewarding?Yes? Randstad are looking for a Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Children with Disabilities team. They are a Local Authority who have invested in more staff and more teams across a range of service areas in order to support their improvement journey. They support staff well-being and create a good culture within the council to ensure everyonAre you looking for an exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you looking for a role that is rewarding?Yes? Randstad are looking for a Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Children with Disabilities team. They are a Local Authority who have invested in more staff and more teams across a range of service areas in order to support their improvement journey. They support staff well-being and create a good culture within the council to ensure everyon
- Are you a committed qualified social worker?Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services?We have a fantastic permanent social work opportunity based within a Children's Locality Team in the Stockport area. The local authority work slightly different to other local authorities - they have a model of working with children and their families from the point of referral through to closure or permanence. Social Workers can focusAre you a committed qualified social worker?Do you have a passion for providing first class support to children's services?We have a fantastic permanent social work opportunity based within a Children's Locality Team in the Stockport area. The local authority work slightly different to other local authorities - they have a model of working with children and their families from the point of referral through to closure or permanence. Social Workers can focus
- Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a flexible locum opportunity?Are you looking to make a difference within Criminal Justice Services? As well as working with a top local authority in the area, we are able to offer an attractive hourly rate. Benefits of our brilliant rewards package include:- Flexible hours- Competitive rate of pay- Free training to keep up to date with your Continuous Professional Development- Contributory pension- ReferralAre you an experienced Social Worker looking for a flexible locum opportunity?Are you looking to make a difference within Criminal Justice Services? As well as working with a top local authority in the area, we are able to offer an attractive hourly rate. Benefits of our brilliant rewards package include:- Flexible hours- Competitive rate of pay- Free training to keep up to date with your Continuous Professional Development- Contributory pension- Referral
- Are you looking for an exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you looking for a role that is rewarding?Yes? Randstad are looking for a Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Children Looked After team. They are a Local Authority who have invested in more staff and more teams across a range of service areas in order to support their improvement journey. They support staff well-being and create a good culture within the council to ensure everyone feeAre you looking for an exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you looking for a role that is rewarding?Yes? Randstad are looking for a Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Children Looked After team. They are a Local Authority who have invested in more staff and more teams across a range of service areas in order to support their improvement journey. They support staff well-being and create a good culture within the council to ensure everyone fee
- Are you looking for an exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you looking for a role that is rewarding?Yes? Randstad are looking for a Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Young Persons team. They are a Local Authority who have invested in more staff and more teams across a range of service areas in order to support their improvement journey. They support staff well-being and create a good culture within the council to ensure everyone feels welcoAre you looking for an exciting role in Children's Social Work? Are you looking for a role that is rewarding?Yes? Randstad are looking for a Social Worker to join Knowsley Council's Young Persons team. They are a Local Authority who have invested in more staff and more teams across a range of service areas in order to support their improvement journey. They support staff well-being and create a good culture within the council to ensure everyone feels welco
- Are you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to be the frontline response for children and families? Do you have child protection experience?Yes?Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Edinburgh City Council's Children's and Families Service in their Child Protection team. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitive rates of payMileage reimbursementSupervisionWeekly paAre you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to be the frontline response for children and families? Do you have child protection experience?Yes?Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Edinburgh City Council's Children's and Families Service in their Child Protection team. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitive rates of payMileage reimbursementSupervisionWeekly pa
- Locum Social Worker - Fostering Assessment TeamAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Qualified Social Worker to join the Fostering Service in Knowsley, working primarily within the Fostering Assessment Team.Knowsley's fostering service consists of two dedicated teams, and this role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and well-structured environment focused on delivering high-quality assessments and positive outcomes forLocum Social Worker - Fostering Assessment TeamAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Qualified Social Worker to join the Fostering Service in Knowsley, working primarily within the Fostering Assessment Team.Knowsley's fostering service consists of two dedicated teams, and this role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and well-structured environment focused on delivering high-quality assessments and positive outcomes for
- Locum Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team Are you a dedicated Qualified Social Worker passionate about making a genuine difference in children's lives?We're offering an exciting opportunity to join a Family Safeguarding Team within a forward thinking local authority in Lancashire. You'll be part of a motivated, supportive team committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.The local authority has roles available in Rawtenstall, PenLocum Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team Are you a dedicated Qualified Social Worker passionate about making a genuine difference in children's lives?We're offering an exciting opportunity to join a Family Safeguarding Team within a forward thinking local authority in Lancashire. You'll be part of a motivated, supportive team committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.The local authority has roles available in Rawtenstall, Pen
- Mental Health Social Worker - Adult ServicesAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Mental Health Social Worker to join Adult Services in Calderdale.We are seeking a confident and knowledgeable practitioner with strong mental health experience, particularly in relation to Section 117 aftercare responsibilities, to support individuals with complex needs within a multi-disciplinary environment.Benefits:Dedicated consultant - your singleMental Health Social Worker - Adult ServicesAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Mental Health Social Worker to join Adult Services in Calderdale.We are seeking a confident and knowledgeable practitioner with strong mental health experience, particularly in relation to Section 117 aftercare responsibilities, to support individuals with complex needs within a multi-disciplinary environment.Benefits:Dedicated consultant - your single
- Are you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to be the frontline response for children and families? Yes?Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Highland Council's Children's and Families Service based in Wick. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitive rates of payMileage reimbursementSupervisionWeekly payOne committed and dedicated point of contactAn unlimited referAre you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to be the frontline response for children and families? Yes?Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Highland Council's Children's and Families Service based in Wick. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.Benefits: Hybrid workingCompetitive rates of payMileage reimbursementSupervisionWeekly payOne committed and dedicated point of contactAn unlimited refer
- Are you a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference in the lives of older adults? We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Social Workers to join a dedicated team, focusing specifically on conducting comprehensive and person-centred reviews for older adults. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly-rated, supportive local authority, ensuring that the services provided to oAre you a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference in the lives of older adults? We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Social Workers to join a dedicated team, focusing specifically on conducting comprehensive and person-centred reviews for older adults. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly-rated, supportive local authority, ensuring that the services provided to o
- Are you a dedicated Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding? Join a supportive team in the heart of Scotland and make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable adults.We are currently seeking a qualified and resilient Social Worker to join the Adult team based in the scenic city of Perth. This role is ideal for a practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to upholding the principles of the Adult Support and ProtectioAre you a dedicated Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding? Join a supportive team in the heart of Scotland and make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable adults.We are currently seeking a qualified and resilient Social Worker to join the Adult team based in the scenic city of Perth. This role is ideal for a practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to upholding the principles of the Adult Support and Protectio
- Locum Social Worker - Leaving Care TeamAre you a passionate and committed Qualified Social Worker with experience supporting care-experienced young people?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Leaving Care Social Worker to join a supportive and forward-thinking Leaving Care Team in Halton. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with young people as they transition into independence, helping them achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.Benefits:Locum Social Worker - Leaving Care TeamAre you a passionate and committed Qualified Social Worker with experience supporting care-experienced young people?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Leaving Care Social Worker to join a supportive and forward-thinking Leaving Care Team in Halton. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with young people as they transition into independence, helping them achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.Benefits:
- Social Worker - Criminal Justice- Court WorkAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified and motivated Locum Social Worker to join a dedicated service based in Burnley, Lancashire.We are seeking a flexible and reliable practitioner who can contribute effectively within a busy and responsive working environment. This role requires regular office presence and the ability to adapt to changing service demands.Benefits:Hybrid Working - 3 days per week ofSocial Worker - Criminal Justice- Court WorkAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified and motivated Locum Social Worker to join a dedicated service based in Burnley, Lancashire.We are seeking a flexible and reliable practitioner who can contribute effectively within a busy and responsive working environment. This role requires regular office presence and the ability to adapt to changing service demands.Benefits:Hybrid Working - 3 days per week of
- Social Worker - Learning Disability TeamAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate Locum Qualified Social Worker to join the Learning Disability Social Work Team in Kirklees.This is a well-established and highly supportive team made up of experienced Social Workers and Community Assessment Support Officers, delivering high-quality statutory social work services to adults of all ages with a learning disability.The team is committed tSocial Worker - Learning Disability TeamAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and passionate Locum Qualified Social Worker to join the Learning Disability Social Work Team in Kirklees.This is a well-established and highly supportive team made up of experienced Social Workers and Community Assessment Support Officers, delivering high-quality statutory social work services to adults of all ages with a learning disability.The team is committed t
- Are you a committed Social Worker looking to make a tangible difference in the Scottish Borders? We are currently seeking a resilient and child-centered practitioner to join a dedicated team in Duns and/or Hawick.This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing the immediacy of Duty work with the long-term impact of Children & Families casework. Benefits of our brilliant rewards package include:Flexible Hours: Control youAre you a committed Social Worker looking to make a tangible difference in the Scottish Borders? We are currently seeking a resilient and child-centered practitioner to join a dedicated team in Duns and/or Hawick.This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing the immediacy of Duty work with the long-term impact of Children & Families casework. Benefits of our brilliant rewards package include:Flexible Hours: Control you
- Are you a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker?Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families?Join a forward thinking team in Halton as a Locum Social Worker in their Duty and Assessment Team. You'll be part of a collaborative, child focused service where your contribution makes a real impact.Benefits:Flexible hybrid working arrangementsOne dedicated consultant as your main point of contactAccess to exclusive CPDAre you a passionate and experienced Qualified Social Worker?Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families?Join a forward thinking team in Halton as a Locum Social Worker in their Duty and Assessment Team. You'll be part of a collaborative, child focused service where your contribution makes a real impact.Benefits:Flexible hybrid working arrangementsOne dedicated consultant as your main point of contactAccess to exclusive CPD
- Locum Social Worker - Learning Disability TeamAre you a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity within Adult Services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a supportive and forward-thinking Learning Disability Team in Trafford. The service adopts a strengths-based approach, combining applied behavioural science with person-centred practice to deliver meaningful and posLocum Social Worker - Learning Disability TeamAre you a dedicated and compassionate Qualified Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity within Adult Services?We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join a supportive and forward-thinking Learning Disability Team in Trafford. The service adopts a strengths-based approach, combining applied behavioural science with person-centred practice to deliver meaningful and pos
- Social Worker - Families First An exciting permanent opportunity has arisen for dedicated and motivated Social Workers to join the Families First Service in Trafford.Families First is responsible for delivering all assessment and duty functions, alongside supporting children and families through the Child in Need (CIN) process. The service operates across four well-established locality teams: North, West, South, and Central, providing strong team support aSocial Worker - Families First An exciting permanent opportunity has arisen for dedicated and motivated Social Workers to join the Families First Service in Trafford.Families First is responsible for delivering all assessment and duty functions, alongside supporting children and families through the Child in Need (CIN) process. The service operates across four well-established locality teams: North, West, South, and Central, providing strong team support a
- SGO Assessment Social Worker - StockportWe are currently seeking an experienced and motivated SGO Assessment Social Worker to join our team in Stockport.This is a focused assessment role responsible for undertaking Discharge of Care Order (CO) Special Guardianship Order (SGO) Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers. The successful candidate will play a key part in delivering high-quality, timely assessments and developing robust support plans.Benefits:DedicaSGO Assessment Social Worker - StockportWe are currently seeking an experienced and motivated SGO Assessment Social Worker to join our team in Stockport.This is a focused assessment role responsible for undertaking Discharge of Care Order (CO) Special Guardianship Order (SGO) Assessments for Kinship Foster Carers. The successful candidate will play a key part in delivering high-quality, timely assessments and developing robust support plans.Benefits:Dedica
- Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Oldham area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child-centred service to children in need of support and protection.Benefits:Hybrid WorkingA dedicated consultant - onAre you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Oldham area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child-centred service to children in need of support and protection.Benefits:Hybrid WorkingA dedicated consultant - on
- The Family Assessment Social Worker will play a critical role in Lincolnshire Council, providing essential support and expertise to assess and evaluate the needs of families requiring assistance. We are offering £35 per hour for the role.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough assessments of families referred to the service, taking into consideration the unique circumstances and challenges they face.Collaborate with families to develop comprehensive care plaThe Family Assessment Social Worker will play a critical role in Lincolnshire Council, providing essential support and expertise to assess and evaluate the needs of families requiring assistance. We are offering £35 per hour for the role.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough assessments of families referred to the service, taking into consideration the unique circumstances and challenges they face.Collaborate with families to develop comprehensive care pla
- Locum Social Worker - Adult North Community Mental Health TeamAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join the Adult North Community Mental Health Team on an initial 6-month contract.We are seeking a confident and proactive practitioner who can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment alongside health and social care colleagues. Benefits:Dedicated consultant - your single point of contactWeekly payrollLocum Social Worker - Adult North Community Mental Health TeamAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Locum Social Worker to join the Adult North Community Mental Health Team on an initial 6-month contract.We are seeking a confident and proactive practitioner who can work effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment alongside health and social care colleagues. Benefits:Dedicated consultant - your single point of contactWeekly payroll
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qualified social worker jobs overview.
On this page, you will find a list of our current qualified social worker jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of a qualified social worker. You can compare and filter relevant jobs based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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qualified social worker jobs contract types
A qualified social worker has diverse contract types. These include:
- Permanent qualified social worker jobs: in a permanent role, you work until you retire or resign from your job. Permanent positions are ideal if you are looking for increased financial stability and job security.
- Contract qualified social worker jobs: in a contract position, you work for a specified period stipulated in the employment agreement. A contract role helps you develop skills without committing to a long-term job.
- Temporary qualified social worker jobs: in a temporary position, you work a few months or years before moving on to another job. Temporary roles allow you to try the job in different settings without committing.
- qualified social worker jobs – full-time: in a full-time position, you benefit from a regular routine and fixed schedule. That means you work the stipulated hours of a workday.
- qualified social worker jobs – part-time: a part-time qualified social worker role is ideal if you have other commitments. This position is ideal if you want a flexible job.
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about qualified social worker jobs
Are you sensitive and patient, and can you remain calm in stressful situations? Then consider being a qualified social worker. As a qualified social worker, you assist people with social or interpersonal difficulties. You protect children or adults from harm and provide them with the required support. Your primary role is to assess individuals or families to determine if they require support. That includes conducting interviews, speaking with other professionals to determine a client’s situation and arranging the necessary help.
If you would like to find out more about the role, responsibilities, salary and qualifications needed to become a qualified social worker in the UK, see our qualified social worker job profile page.
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how much does a qualified social worker make in the UK?
You will find more information on the qualified social worker salary on the qualified social worker job profile page. You can also find the salary for each specific job shown here if you click on the description.
how to apply for qualified social worker jobs.
If you are ready to apply for a qualified social worker job, take a look at our jobs list, filter to your preference and apply directly. If you require any further assistance applying for a role, feel free to contact your nearest Randstad office and a member of the team will be happy to point you in the right direction.
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how do I apply for a job as a qualified social worker?
In order to become a qualified social worker you will need to hold either a degree or gain experience via an apprenticeship:
- university degree: you can join the social work field by completing an undergraduate degree in social work or related courses. The bachelor's programme must be approved by Social Work England. You need 2 to 3 A-Levels to secure an undergraduate degree, and you may be eligible for a social work bursary. Postgraduate qualifications are also available in social work if you want to improve your skills or get a promotion.
- apprenticeship: qualified social worker degree apprenticeships take three years and include on-the-job training and coursework. To meet the entry requirements, you need 4 to 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 and A-Levels.
For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the education and qualifications section of our qualified social worker job profile.
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does randstad have any tips on how to search for qualified social worker jobs?
If you can’t find the perfect role for you listed on this page, you’re able to keep up-to-date by using our notification option to alert you when suitable roles become available. Simply enter your details, and as soon as a new qualified social worker job is available that meets your criteria, you will be informed instantly. You can also submit your CV and one of our experienced Randstad recruits will let you know when the perfect job becomes available.