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 1.6K live Social Worker vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day, so the number changes constantly.

Browse 1.6K 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

1.6K

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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Emotional Support Worker - Oxford

Academics

Oxford, Oxfordshire Permanent £90 - £110/day

Emotional Support Worker - Oxford. We are seeking an Emotional Support Worker who can bring empathy, patience, and a strong...

20 days ago View Apply →

Support Workers

Jane Lewis Health & Social Care

Burnham-on-Sea Temporary £13.68 - £14.00/hour

Support Worker. Location: Burnham on sea. Pay Rate: £13.68 - £14.00 per hour, holiday pay inclusive. Reference: SW/PLYMOUTH/6....

20 days ago View Apply →

Social Worker - Scottish Islands

Leaders in Care

Glasgow Contract £42 - £45/hour

We're on the lookout for an experienced, qualified Social Worker with a strong background in children's safeguarding to join our...

20 days ago View Apply →

Support Worker Team Manager

DCV Technologies

CT5, Whitstable, Kent Permanent £37279 - £52302/annum

10 applied

Job Title: Support Worker Team Manager. Location: Kent. Salary: £37,279-£52,302. Hours: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week...

20 days ago View Apply →

Children Residential Support Workers

KHR Recruitment Specialists

Maidstone, Kent Permanent £26873 - £27248/annum + Benefits

10 applied

Role: Children Residential Support Workers. Contract Type: Permanent. Salary: £12.92-£13.10ph (Circa £27k) + Bonus +...

21 days ago View Apply →

Hybrid - Social Worker Adults - (Integrated Neighbourhood Team)

Belmont Recruitment

IP23, Eye, Suffolk Contract £37/hour Monday to Friday

Hybrid - Social Worker Adults - (Integrated Neighbourhood Team) - Suffolk Council. Salary: £37 Per Hour. Hours: 37 Hours....

21 days ago View Apply →

Autism Support Worker

Remedy Education

Lewisham, London Permanent £100 - £117/day

10 applied

Are you an experienced support worker seeking a role in education? Are you passionate about supporting children and young people...

21 days ago View Apply →

Female Support Worker

HFT

B50, Bidford-on-Avon, Warwickshire Permanent £13.01/hour

As a Female Support Worker, you'll stand alongside people, empowering them to live independently, build confidence, and stay...

21 days ago View Apply →

Behaviour Support Worker

Remedy Education

Croydon, London Permanent £100 - £120/day

10 applied

Behaviour Support Worker - Croydon, Crystal Palace. Full-time and Part-time (8:30am - 3:45pm. ASAP Start. £100 - £120 per day....

21 days ago View Apply →

Senior Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home

1four1 Recruitment Ltd

RH12, Horsham, West Sussex Permanent £28528/annum

Senior Support Worker – Children's Residential Home. Horsham | salary: £28,582 | Flexible rota including weekends. A...

21 days ago View Apply →

Support Worker – Children’s Residential Home

1four1 Recruitment Ltd

RH12, Horsham, West Sussex Permanent £28091/annum

Support Worker – Children's Residential Home. Horsham | From £28,091.70 per year | Sleep-ins available (£83 per night. A...

21 days ago View Apply →

Waking Nights Support Worker – Children’s Home

1four1 Recruitment Ltd

RH12, Horsham, West Sussex Permanent £28091/annum

Waking Nights Support Worker – Children's Residential Home. Horsham | From £28,091.70 per year | Waking nights only. A...

21 days ago View Apply →