Children’s Social Worker – Worcestershire

Pay rate – £32.71 per hour
 
Contract – Temporary
 
Worcestershire County Council are currently recruiting experienced children’s Social Workers for their Private Law Pathfinder Response team based in Worcester.
 
As part of the private law pathfinder roll out, Worcestershire is working with Cafcass and the Family Court to deliver a new, evidence-based approach that puts children’s voices at the heart of decision-making.
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative practice and shape how we work with families experiencing conflict outside public law proceedings.
You’ll complete Child Impact Reports under the Pathfinder model, working closely with Cafcass, legal professionals, and the court.
Your role will be to assess the needs and wishes of children, explore family dynamics, and provide clear, analytical recommendations to help families move forward safely and sustainably.
 
We’re seeking a passionate, skilled and confident practitioner who can:
Undertake high-quality assessments and complete Child Impact Reports in line with national Pathfinder guidance.
Work directly with children, parents and carers to understand their experiences, wishes and feelings.
Liaise effectively with Cafcass, the Family Court, and partner agencies to support safe and timely outcomes.
Provide clear, evidence-based analysis and recommendations to assist the court and families in decision-making.
Maintain accurate and timely case records in accordance with statutory requirements and local policy.
Contribute to service learning and development as part of a reflective and supportive team environment. Experience of court work (public or private law) is highly desirable
 
 
Children’s Social Workers will need at least 3 years’ permanent experience with an English local authority and to be registered with Social Work England, as per DfE rules.
 
This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you: –

• A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to
• An easy registration process (all done online)
• Referral schemes and incentives
• Ongoing compliance managed for you.
• Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more.

 
Please contact Emma Brennan on 07384 834872 or email emma.brennan@pprsocialcare.co.uk for more information.
We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO, BIA, MASH, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Adult Social Work, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager.