Social Worker Children

Social Worker – Children | Bracknell Forest Borough Council SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker for an exciting full-time locum opportunity with Bracknell Forest Borough Council. Location:…

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Pay rate £38/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 17 August 2026

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Social Worker – Children | Bracknell Forest Borough Council

SW Locums is recruiting an experienced Children’s Social Worker for an exciting full-time locum opportunity with Bracknell Forest Borough Council.

Location: Bracknell Forest
Pay: £38.00 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP
Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office
Contract: Full-time Locum

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a supportive local authority team while making a meaningful difference to children and families.

The successful candidate must be flexible to work on a hybrid basis, with 3 days per week in the office, and have access to their own vehicle for required site visits.

Why Choose Locum Work?

Locum work gives you the flexibility to take control of your career, gain valuable experience across different local authorities, build your professional network and work on assignments that match your skills and career goals. It can also provide competitive rates and the opportunity to experience different teams and working environments.

Why SW Locums?

SW Locums is a leading specialist social work recruitment agency, supporting social workers across the UK with excellent locum opportunities. Our dedicated consultants provide professional support throughout the recruitment process and during your assignment, helping you find opportunities that suit your experience and ambitions.

Refer a Friend and Earn £500

Know a Social Worker looking for their next opportunity? Refer them to SW Locums and receive a £500 referral bonus for every successful referral, subject to eligibility and our referral scheme terms and conditions.

Important Compliance Requirements

All candidates must meet the required DfE agency compliance standards, including:

• Social Worker rate: £38.00 per hour
• Senior Social Worker rate: £42.00 per hour
• Relevant permanent post-qualifying experience
• Compliance with applicable cool-off periods
• Practice-based references
• Candidates must have the correct experience before submission
• Previous applicants should not reapply
• Candidate duplication is not permitted

If you are an experienced Children’s Social Worker, available to start ASAP and looking for your next locum opportunity, contact SW Locums today

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