Social Worker – Children in Care Team Sanctuary Personal

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Website Sanctuary Personnel Ltd

Job Overview: Social Worker (Children in Care Team)

Sanctuary Personnel, an award-winning recruitment agency, is seeking an experienced Social Worker for a high-impact, 3-month locum contract in Hull. This role sits within the Children in Care (CiC) Team, focusing on the long-term stability and “permanence” of children who are looked after by the local authority. At an hourly rate of £35, this position offers a competitive premium for specialized practitioners ready to navigate the complexities of the care system.

Job Summary

  • Recruiter: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd

  • Location: Hull, United Kingdom

  • Salary: £35.00 per hour

  • Contract: 3-Month Locum (Full-time)

  • Sector: Public Sector / Children’s Services

  • Core Focus: Case management for children in care and securing pathways to permanence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Statutory Support: Develop and maintain supportive, direct relationships with children in care, ensuring all statutory requirements and visits are met.

  • Permanence Planning: Create and drive comprehensive care plans aimed at securing long-term stability (e.g., long-term foster care, kinship care, or adoption).

  • Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work closely with foster carers, biological families, schools, and health professionals to ensure holistic support.

  • Advocacy: Act as a staunch advocate for the child, ensuring their “voice” and personal preferences are central to all decision-making processes.

  • Records & Reporting: Maintain high-quality, up-to-date case records and contribute expert testimony/reports for reviews and meetings.

The Locum Advantage in 2026

Choosing a locum contract through Sanctuary Personnel provides specific benefits:

  • Financial Premium: The £35/hr rate is significantly higher than standard salaried roles, reflecting the specialized, temporary nature of the work.

  • Professional Diversity: Gain experience across different local authority settings, enhancing your clinical and administrative skill set.

  • Networking: Build a wide-reaching network of social care professionals across the North of England.

Why Hull?

Hull continues to be a strategic choice for social work professionals in 2026 due to its:

  • Affordability: One of the most cost-effective cities in the UK, allowing your contract rate to go much further.

  • Community Spirit: A city known for a “warm and friendly” atmosphere, which is vital when building rapport with local families.

  • Professional Demand: A high concentration of children’s services roles provides ongoing opportunities for contract extensions or future placements.

Strategic 2026 Context: Your 111th Market Entry

This role represents the “Statutory & Crisis Care” tier of your 111-role UK dataset.

  1. The “Care Economy” Benchmark: Compare this Social Worker (£35/hr) against the Nanny Share (£16–£19/hr) and the Service Manager (£40k+ / ~£21/hr). This highlights the significant “Locum Premium” paid for high-risk, statutory roles in the public sector.

  2. The Hull “Full-Spectrum” Cluster: You now have 15 entries for Hull. Your data now covers the entire lifespan of care—from Newborn Nannies (First Class Nannies) and Summer Play Workers (Kids) to Statutory Social Work (Sanctuary) and Night Respite (Alistair).

  3. The “Pathway to Permanence” Focus: This role aligns with the 2026 emphasis on “Outcome-Based Care,” where the goal is no longer just “maintenance” but actively moving children toward permanent, stable homes.

    Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is a market-leading, award-winning recruitment and resourcing partner specializing in the health, social care, and criminal justice sectors. While headquartered in Ipswich, it maintains a major operational focus in Hull, United Kingdom, serving as a primary staffing provider for the local authority and NHS trusts.

     

    Company Description & Culture

    Sanctuary Personnel operates as an “umbrella” for several specialist divisions, including Sanctuary Social Care and Sanctuary Health. Its culture is defined by a “People First” philosophy, which applies equally to its internal staff, the professionals it places, and the vulnerable service users they ultimately support. In the Hull region, Sanctuary is known for its high-intensity, “Safe Hands” approach to safeguarding and compliance. The workplace environment is fast-paced and results-oriented, yet it fosters a supportive community atmosphere with a strong emphasis on continuous professional development and innovative resourcing solutions, such as fully managed project teams.

     

    Key Company Highlights

    Category Details
    Regional Activity Primary supplier to Hull City Council & local NHS Trusts
    Core Industries Social Work, Nursing, Mental Health, & Criminal Justice
    Specialisms Locum and permanent healthcare staffing & project teams
    Company Ethos Innovation, Integrity, and Excellence in Public Sector Care
    Compliance On-framework supplier (CCS, CPP, and HealthTrust Europe)
    Awards Multiple “Recruitment Agency of the Year” accolades

To apply for this job please visit www.sanctuarypersonnel.com.