SOCIAL WORK JOBS
Find meaningful roles that make a difference in communities across the UK. Charles Hunter Associates connects dedicated social workers with trusted employers, offering locum and permanent opportunities, including exclusive roles with local authorities, to help you grow your career in care.
Achieving more, Together
At Charles Hunter Associates, we’re here to help you find rewarding roles in the social work sector.
Our site lists a wide range of social work jobs — fostering roles to children’s services, we list a wide range of jobs across trusted providers — giving you the chance to work directly with clients and make a real difference in your community.
Our aim is simple: to listen to your skills and goals, match you with roles that fit, and support you every step of your career.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
You’ll be paired with a recruiter who knows the social work field and supports you from application to placement.
Choose the flexibility of locum work or the stability of a permanent role.
CV reviews, interview preparation, and support with applications for specialist roles like fostering social work.
At Charles Hunter Associates, we take the time to understand you. Every candidate is unique, and so is every role. With over 1.8 million people working in the social care sector, there’s no shortage of opportunities — and we’re here to help you find the ones that truly fit.
QUALIFICATIONS
A recognised qualification in Social Work – Degree in Social Work, DIPSW or Equivalent
Professional Registration - Registered with Social Work England, Care Council for Wales, Scottish Social Services Council or Northern Ireland Social Care Council depending on location
TYPICAL DUTIES
Children's Services – Assessments, Child Protection, Care Planning, Court Work, Placements.
Adults Services – Assessments, Reviews, Creating and Reviewing Care Plans, Liaising with a Multi-Disciplinary Team.
SALARIES
£25,000 - £45,000 (perm) and £23 - £33 per hour (temp)
WHY CHOOSE
CHA Recruitment features live social work vacancies and offers CV workshops to improve your applications. We provide interview coaching, portfolio reviews, and career development advice.
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YOUR DEDICATED CONSULTANT
You’ll work with a specialist who listens, understands your goals, and supports you every step of the way. You’ll receive end-to-end support, from application through to career advice and interview preparation.
WE GET TO KNOW YOU
We take time to understand your strengths and preferences to find opportunities that truly suit you.
TAILORED CAREER PLAN
Together, we’ll create a personalised recruitment plan designed around your development and aspirations.
JOB ADVERTISING SUPPORT
We invest in targeted advertising on platforms like Indeed, so you have access to the best social work jobs across the UK.
ACCESS TO A WIDE RANGE OF social work JOBS
Our extensive jobs database means you get matched quickly with the right roles.
LIVE JOB UPDATES
Our constantly refreshed listings keep you in the loop with the latest vacancies as soon as they come up.
FAST RESPONSE TIMES
Our experienced team moves quickly to connect you with opportunities when you need them most.
Commitment to Quality
Every role we list meets safeguarding and compliance standards.
Exclusive Roles
Access jobs that aren’t advertised elsewhere.
Specialist Agency
We’ve always focused on social work recruitment, building strong relationships with local authorities and private organisations.
MORE ABOUT
SOCIAL WORK JOBS
How Do I Apply for Social Work Jobs?
Upload your CV, or go to our job search portal and filter by role type — from support worker jobs to assistant roles.
Using our site to Submit Applications
Select a social work job, and click apply. You receive an email confirmation and can track your application status in real time. You can also upload a cover letter and reference letters.
Personalised Support and CV Workshops
A dedicated consultant reviews your CV, offers interview tips, and follows up after you begin your new role. You’ll get one-to-one mock interviews and feedback sessions.
START YOUR SEARCH
Upload your CV, cover letter, and reference letters to strengthen your application. Alternatively, view the latest vacancies below or search for more jobs.
UPLOAD CV
We advertise a wide variety of social work jobs, including assistant roles, children’s services positions, adult social work roles, and specialist areas like fostering or mental health teams.
Yes. We have a strong track record of placing candidates in locum contracts, giving you flexibility and competitive rates, as well as permanent opportunities if you’re looking for stability.
Use our job search here to filter jobs by location.