Childrens Social Worker - PERMANENT

Job Title: Children's Permanence Social WorkerLocation: Oldham CouncilSalary: £36,648 - £40,221 per annum + £2,000 retention paymentContract: PermanentVacancies: 10

Oldham Council is looking for passionate and committed Social Workers to join our Permanence Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in securing stable, loving, and long-term homes for children and young people.

As a Permanence Social Worker, you will work to ensure that children in care receive high-quality support and achieve the best possible outcomes. You'll be part of a supportive and enabling workplace with excellent career progression opportunities.

• Undertake assessments and care planning for children and young people in care.
• Develop and implement permanence plans that support stability and long-term outcomes.
• Work closely with foster carers, adopters, and connected carers to ensure the best placement matches.
• Advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making.
• Prepare and present reports for reviews, courts, and multi-agency meetings.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and support.

• Qualifications: Degree in Social Work and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience: At least two years' post-qualification experience, ideally within safeguarding, child protection, or permanence.
• Skills: Strong assessment, planning, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge: Understanding of child development, attachment theory, and permanency planning.
• Other Requirements: Ability to travel across Oldham.

• Financial Benefits:
  • £2,000 retention payment
  • £500 essential car user allowance + 45p per mile mileage
  • Up to £8,000 relocation package
  • Reimbursement of Social Work England registration fees
• Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing:
  • Hybrid working (home & office)
  • Flexible working & TOIL (time off in lieu)
  • Free town centre parking
  • Discounted gym membership & staff discounts
  • Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Career Development:
  • Clear progression pathways
  • Comprehensive training & CPD opportunities
  • Staff recognition & celebration events

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on or email me your CV -

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.