Social Worker - Fostering Support and Supervision Team
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Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
£41,958 – £44,822 / year
Salary
Within the market range
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Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2461 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, and Cambridgeshire County Council is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, Cambridgeshire County Council assigned 10 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2461 jobs, according to the Home Office.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2461 Social workers Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About the role
Are you passionate about making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships, supporting foster families, and being part of a dedicated and supportive team? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
The Fostering Support Team, based at Scott House, Huntingdon, is an established, welcoming, and enthusiastic team committed to achieving the very best outcomes for children and young people in care. We are looking for a motivated and child-centred Social Worker to join us on this rewarding journey.
At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to ensuring children and young people experience stability, security, and a strong sense of belonging. Working alongside our incredible foster carers, we strive to provide nurturing homes where children can thrive, enjoy family life, develop their identity, and achieve their full potential.
We are passionate about ensuring every child has the opportunity to feel safe, heard, valued, and supported. Whether a child's journey leads to independence, adoption, reunification, or long-term fostering, we are committed to walking alongside them every step of the way.
If you share our values and are inspired by the opportunity to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you. For more information, contact the Fostering Team Manager Sharyl Acheampong [email protected]
Closing date 3 November, interviews will be held week commencing 9 November.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Cambridgeshire County Council, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Social workers (SOC 2461) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~99k in sample- Offer £41,958–44,822
- Middle half £39,260–49,400
- Median £44,044
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£39,260–49,400), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Cambridgeshire County Council holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, Cambridgeshire County Council assigned 10 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2461 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.