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Qualified Social Worker, Families First Team

Job in Stretford, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: Pertemps
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-14
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Family Advocacy & Support Services, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35 GBP Hourly GBP 35.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Stretford

Qualified Social Worker, Families First Team

Pay rate – £35 per hour

Contract role

Vitalis is recruiting an experienced Social Worker for the Families First Team at Trafford Council.

You will work within our dedicated Child in Need Service on a locality basis, assessing children and families in need. We have developed a specialised service to enhance assessment and planning, raise the profile of children in need, and ensure a consistent approach across the borough.

The team operates on a duty rota, with social workers handling a varied workload, including section 47 enquiries, child and family assessments, and managing a caseload of children supported through child in need planning.

Building relational partnerships is crucial in this role to facilitate safe step-down of plans and work within families' timescales.

We welcome candidates with UASC experience, especially those trained in conducting Age Assessments.

Working arrangements – Hybrid

Discover Exciting Opportunities with Vitalis in Qualified Social Work, Housing, and SEND
  • Dedicated Consultant – Access to a specialist who understands the market and offers tailored career advice.
  • Hassle-Free Registration – Quick and simple process to get you started.
  • Exclusive Incentives – Referral schemes, bonuses, and perks.
  • Compliance Simplified – We handle ongoing paperwork.
  • Fast, Reliable Payroll – Prompt and consistent payments.

We also recruit for roles such as:

  • Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
  • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
  • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
  • Looked After Children (LAC)
  • Children’s Social Work
  • Adult Social Work
  • Service Manager
  • Head of Service
  • Team Manager
  • Assistant Team Manager
  • Housing roles
  • SEND roles in local authorities

Contact Olivia Russell  call  to explore our opportunities and take the next step in your career!

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