Childrens Senior Social Worker – Castleford & Pontefract Locality Team – #000B451A1

Job Description

An experienced children’s social worker is sought to join the Castleford & Pontefract locality team, based at the Airedale Centre in Castleford, Wakefield. This is a locum role paying £35 per hour, running from 3 August to 25 October 2026.

You will be working within a family centre offering a pleasant office environment, good facilities, and free parking. The team is friendly and well-established, with a supportive permanent manager, manageable caseloads, and regular supervision — providing a stable base from which to deliver high-quality child protection practice.

The role centres on child protection social work, and you will have access to excellent professional support alongside a range of services to support the families you work with.

To be considered, you must hold a recognised social work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and bring demonstrable experience in child protection within a local authority children’s services setting.

If you are available from early August and are looking for a well-supported locum opportunity in the Wakefield area, please get in touch as soon as possible.

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

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