🩺 We’re Hiring – Social Work Assistant – Children’s Services
📍 Location: Durham (Based in Seaham, with flexibility across the region)
🔖 Reference – SCS-656
🕒 Job Type: Locum – Full Time, Temporary (3-month contract, potential extension)
💼 Start Date: ASAP
💰 Rate/Salary: £18.25 per hour (Umbrella)

About the Role:
We are recruiting on behalf of a local authority for a compassionate and experienced Social Work Assistant to join the Children’s Services team in Durham. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting children in care and their families during critical moments of their journey.

Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise family time between children and their family members, ensuring safe and positive interactions
• Carry out Life Story Work to help children develop a sense of identity and understanding of their background
• Assist with administrative duties, including completing Strength and Difficulty Questionnaires (SDQs) and updating dental records on internal systems
• Provide flexible support across Durham offices as required

Requirements:
• Proven experience working directly with children
• Compassionate, resilient, and well-organised
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Enhanced DBS certificate
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Us?
• Make a positive impact on children’s lives
• Flexible working locations within Durham
• Supportive local authority team

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📝 Apply Now
To apply, please email the following documents to Esther@supplycaresolutions.co.uk:
• Up-to-date CV
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK (Passport or Biometric Visa)
• National Insurance Number
• DBS Certificate

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🌐 About Supply Care Solutions
Supply Care Solutions recruits professionals across social care, health, and housing services throughout the UK. We are committed to ensuring high compliance and ethical recruitment practices for all locum placements.