50% of professionals earn between £31,970 - £42,681 GBP
The median salary is £38,220
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The average salary for a Social Worker in United Kingdom is GBP 38,220 - GBP 42,681 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 40,451 per year, based on 27,827 active job listings.
The cities with the most Social Worker job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Birmingham, Manchester, Coventry, Swindon. London leads with 798 job openings.
Leading employers for Social Worker roles in United Kingdom include Manchester City Council, ACT Health, Community Care Live, LondonBoroughofBexley, States of Guernsey.
Explore 27,827 Social Worker job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.