Average Social Worker salary in Cornwall

Lead Practice & Shape Outcomes - Advanced Social Worker (Children's Services) North & Mid Team | 37 hours per weekUp to £42 per hour (Dependent on Experience)Two Positions Available We are seeking experienced and highly skilled Advanced Social Workers to join the North & Mid Children's Services Team. This is an excellent opportunity for practitioners who are ready to take on a senior practice role, influence service delivery, and support high-quality outcomes for children and adolescents. This role is ideal for a confident professional who enjoys combining complex casework with leadership, mentoring, and practice development. About the Role As an Advanced Social Worker, you will work closely with the Team Manager to support the effective day-to-day running of the service while maintaining a strong focus on high standards of practice. You will hold a reduced but complex caseload, allowing you to complete in-depth assessments, support robust decision-making, and model best practice. Alongside this, you will provide guidance, supervision, and professional support to social workers and students, helping to develop skills, confidence, and consistency across the team. The role involves leading on complex planning, risk management, and multi-agency working, including court-related work. You will play a key role in shaping practice, driving improvement, and ensuring that statutory responsibilities are met to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Managing a reduced caseload involving complex and high-risk work Completing high-quality assessments, plans, and reports Providing mentoring, supervision, and professional guidance to colleagues and students Leading on complex decision-making and multi-agency collaboration Supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement within the team Working closely with the Team Manager to ensure effective service delivery What We're Looking For Recognised Social Work qualification Registered with Social Work England Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Services Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Strong experience of multi-agency working and court proceedings Excellent communication, recording, and analytical skills In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, practice models, and theory Confidence to challenge practice constructively and lead improvements Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Interested? If you are ready to take the next step in your career and lead high-quality practice, we would love to hear from you. Apply via the post below and feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues who may be interested. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Location: Exeter, South West Salary : 40,000 + allowances + bonus Benefits for the Supervising social worker : Flexible workingWork from homeAutonomous role, organising your own scheduleFostering agency with great reputationGood OfstedDiverse, multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environmentCareer progression and developmentPermanent post NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Fostering agency in Exeter to help them find a Supervising social worker, full-time. This is a National Fostering organisation that is well-established and can offer great career development and benefits. They have been rated Good Ofsted and they are a child-focused, independent agency that have children at the heart of everything they do. You will be working across Exeter, hybrid working policy. You will driving to foster carers when needed across South West. You must be a driver and have access to a car to be eligible for this role. The role is autonomous and you can organise your own schedule. Responsibilities of the Supervising social worker: Offering monthly support and supervision to foster carersUpdating assessments of current carers Being part of the OOH call system - this will be paid additionally Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have recent experience working as a fostering social worker, either within local authority or IFA Please send your CV over to or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.

JOB-20240819-db742659 Social Worker - Adult Team in Cornwall UK - £32.50 hourly, OngoingWe have an incredible opportunity for a Social Worker in the Adult Team based in the gorgeous setting of Cornwall. Offering a competitive pay rate of £32.50 hourly, this ongoing role is perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in a rewarding environment while enjoying the flexibility of locum work. Whether you are full-time or part-time, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community.Benefits of Locum Work:One of the biggest perks of being a locum is the flexibility to choose your working hours, which is perfect for achieving that work-life balance. You'll also get the benefit of experiencing a variety of roles and broadening your skills across different settings. Enjoy competitive pay rates and the opportunity to meet new people in a different location.Perks and benefits:Locum work benefits you with flexible hours and competitive pay rates. You get to skip the office politics and focus solely on the satisfying work of helping others. Plus, enjoy the variety of work settings which keep your role dynamic and adaptable.What you will do: Collaborate with team members and multi-disciplinary teams from various agencies to address the needs of vulnerable adults effectively.Ensure that the views and wishes of individuals and their carers are given appropriate consideration, making them central to all decision-making processes.Complete the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) assessments and Best Interest decisions. Where necessary, complete Court of Protection (COP) applications and attend hearings.Protect adults in need of support services in accordance with legal requirements, including conducting safeguarding enquiries and self-neglect interventions.Promote independence, prevention, re-ablement, and self-determination by facilitating effective communication with families, carers, individuals, and other agencies. Essential Skills: SWE registration.Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team and travel to the Watergate PCN area as needed.Experience in safeguarding and self-neglect interventions. Based in Mid Cornwall, you'll find yourself either working from an informal base in Newquay or out of New County Hall. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to enjoy the fantastic lifestyle Cornwall offers. From its beautiful beaches to its vibrant cultural scene, Cornwall is a wonderful place to live and work. Make the move and start your next adventure with us!Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.