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Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Children’s Social Worker to join Trafford’s integrated Family Help and Front Door of Social Care service, based in Stretford, Manchester (M32). This is a community-facing, non-case-holding social work role with a start date of 25 May 2026 through to 31 July 2026, at a rate of £35 per hour.

This service brings together Family Help and the Front Door of Social Care, with a focus on early intervention, community engagement, and strengths-based practice. You will work alongside First Response Advisors and a range of partners to receive and triage referrals, share information, identify risk and strengths, and facilitate timely transfer of work to the right service.

Key responsibilities include: reaching out into communities to support families in building on their own strengths; providing advice and guidance at an advanced level; assessing risk and levels of need; drawing together multi-agency partners; and enabling effective, proportionate intervention. You may be required to work outside of core business hours in line with service demand.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with demonstrable experience in children and families social work, a confident understanding of risk and levels of need, and strong partnership-working skills. A minimum of five years’ references will be required, with gaps in employment history checked and relevant qualifications verified.

Please note: all candidates must complete the DfE Recommendation Compliance Questions prior to submission. Applications not meeting this requirement will not be progressed.

If you are a motivated social worker passionate about making a difference for families, apply today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.