Social Worker – 16+ and Separated Children Seeking Asylum Service
Quick answer
CORNWALL COUNCIL is hiring a Social Worker in Cornwall for £36,030-£46,355 to support young people in care and seeking asylum through relationship-based pathway planning.
- Role
- Social Worker – 16+ and Separated Children Seeking Asylum Service
- Organization
- CORNWALL COUNCIL
- Location
- Cornwall
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- £36,030 - £46,355 (plus £4,000 welcome bonus and relocation package)
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-07-26
The role
Cornwall Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to support young people aged 16-18 who are in care, leaving care, and seeking asylum. The role involves building trust-based relationships and creating pathway plans for education, housing, and wellbeing. You will work within an 'Outstanding' rated service with a multi-disciplinary team of specialists.
What you'll do
- Provide relationship-based pathway planning for 16-18 year olds
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including housing and mental health specialists
- Build trust-based relationships with young people in care or seeking asylum
- Manage a busy caseload of cases independently
- Work with partners to ensure transition to adulthood is supported
What it takes
- Social Work qualification (DipSW, BA Social Work, or equivalent)
- Social Work England registration
- Experience working with children in care/care leavers
- Strong assessment and risk management skills
- Full driving license
- IT literacy
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Welcome bonus of £4,000 and relocation package up to £8,000; ongoing training and development opportunities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Cornwall.
How to apply
Apply directly on CORNWALL COUNCIL's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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