What is the typical salary for a Social Worker in the UK?

Based on 88 current UK Social Worker vacancies, salaries typically range from £47,000 to £78,000 per year, with a median of £65,000. The exact figure depends on experience, employer and location.

Where in the UK are Social Worker jobs hiring most?

The cities currently hiring the most Social Worker staff are Surrey, London, Midlothian, Reigate, Northampton.

Social Worker Jobs

Q: How many Social Worker jobs are there in the UK?

There are currently 1.5K live Social Worker vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day, so the number changes constantly.

Browse 1.5K live Social Worker vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day.

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Social Worker salary in the UK

£47,000 – £78,000

Typical annual salary range

Based on 88 current UK vacancies (25th–75th percentile)

£65,000

Median pay

Per year

1.5K

Live vacancies

UK-wide right now

Salary range computed from current UK Social Worker listings. Outliers excluded (25th–75th percentile of advertised salaries). Hourly, weekly and daily rates are annualised to a 37.5-hour week.

Top cities hiring Social Workers right now

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Children'S Residential Support Worker

SCR

Rugby, Warwickshire Temporary £12.75 - £13/hour Weekly pay

10 applied

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support...

16 days ago View Apply →

Children'S Residential Support Worker

SCR

Loughborough, Leicestershire Temporary £12.75 - £13/hour Weekly pay

10 applied

We are looking for passionate Childrens Support Workers who are available to work on a flexible basis. As a Childrens Support...

16 days ago View Apply →

Support Worker

Cresta Healthcare II Ltd · Direct

CA11, Penrith, Cumbria Permanent £12.71 - £12.85/hour

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Support Workers and to join our care home team in Penrith. This role involves...

17 days ago View Apply →

Youth Support Worker - Wiltshire

Academics

Wiltshire Permanent £90 - £105/day

Youth Support Worker - Wiltshire. We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join...

17 days ago View Apply →

Support Worker

Airmid Staffing Ltd

Worcester Temporary £13.25 - £20/hour

Airmid Healthcare are currently seeking experienced and dedicated Support Workers for work based in the Worcester area. Paying up...

18 days ago View Apply →

Community Support Worker – Mental Health Supported Living

Onecare-UK Ltd

IP11, Trimley St Mary, Suffolk Permanent

10 applied

We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and motivated Community Support Worker to join our Mental Health Supported Living...

19 days ago View Apply →

Learning Disabilities Support Worker

Tezlom

Ealing, Greater London Contract £12.71/hour Weekly pay

10 applied

Tezlom is currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Support Workers to join our team, working across supported housing...

19 days ago View Apply →

Family Support Worker/ South London/ £15-18 p/h.

Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford

South East London, London Temporary £15 - £18/hour

10 applied

Children's Support Workers. Location: South London (Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham. Pay Rate: GBP15 - GBP18 per hour. Contract Type:...

19 days ago View Apply →

Children'S Residential Support Worker

Nextchapter care group ltd · Direct

RM7, Romford, Greater London Permanent £13.85 - £15.50/annum holiday pay

10 applied

Job Title: Support Worker – Children's Home. Job Summary. We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Support Worker to...

19 days ago View Apply →

Family Support Worker/ Central London/ £15-18 p/h

Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford

London Part Time £15 - £18/hour

10 applied

Children's Support Workers. Location: London. Pay Rate: GBP15 - GBP18 per hour. Contract Type: Temporary. About Us. Prospero...

19 days ago View Apply →

Family Support Worker/ Northamptonshire/ £15-18 p/h

Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford

Northamptonshire Part Time £15 - £18/hour

10 applied

Children's Support Workers. Location: Northamptonshire. Pay Rate: GBP15 - GBP18 per hour. Contract Type: Temporary. About Us....

19 days ago View Apply →

Family Support Worker/ Luton/ GBP15-18 p/h

Prospero Health & Social Care - Chelmsford

Luton, Bedfordshire Temporary £15 - £18/hour

10 applied

Children's Support Workers. Location: Luton/Bedfordshire. Pay Rate: GBP15 - GBP18 per hour. Contract Type: Temporary. About Us....

19 days ago View Apply →