Social Worker – and Separated Children Asylum Service

Shape the Future. Change a Life. Build Your Career in Cornwall

Are you ready to make a lasting difference at a defining moment in a young person’s life?

Ourteamis growing — andwe’relooking for passionate, skilled Social Workers who believe in giving young people the best possible start into adulthood.

We are seeking committed, compassionate Social Workers to join our dynamic, high‑performing service, supporting young people in and leaving care through relationship‑based pathway planning.

We work closely with Carefree, a young‑person‑led, award‑winning local charity, alongside a wide network of partner agencies to provide holistic, joined‑up support that transforms lives. You’ll work within a multi‑disciplinary team of Social Workers, Personal Advisors, youth workers, housing specialists, and mental health professionals—all dedicated to helping young people thrive.

In this rewarding role, you will place young people at the heart of your practice. You’ll build trusted relationships that empower 16–18‑year‑olds to make positive decisions about their education, employment, housing, health, and wellbeing.

You will support young people who are in care, leaving care, and those seeking asylum, helping them feel secure and ready for independence. Through collaborative pathway planning, you’ll work alongside young people, carers, families, and key partners in housing, health, education, and the community to ensure each young person has the right support to prepare for adulthood.

Building strong, trusting relationships is central to the role—enabling young people to achieve their goals and move forward with confidence.

This role comes with a £4,000 welcome bonus alongside a generous relocation package of up to £8,000 to help support your move to Cornwall (for eligible candidates).

This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies.

This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check.