Portman Recruitment

Specialist Recruitment for Social Work, Care & Housing

Supporting employers and candidates across Qualified Social Work, Children’s Residential Care, Adult Residential Care and Housing Associations.

Connecting Qualified Social Workers and Social Care Professionals with meaningful Contract and Permanent roles across Adults, Children’s Services and SEND. Based in Manchester and working with local authorities and care providers nationwide, we combine real front-line experience with honest, specialist recruitment support.

What Makes Us Different?

Known for Qualified Social Work, Portman now supports wider recruitment across care and housing.

More Than Social Work

We recruit across Qualified Social Work, Children’s Residential Care, Adult Residential Care and Housing Associations.

Sector Specialists

Our team understands the pressures facing employers and candidates across social work, care, housing and local authority services.

Personalised Support

We focus on long-term relationships, taking time to understand the people, roles and organisations behind every placement.

Trusted by Employers

We work with local authorities, care providers and housing organisations across the UK, building trusted recruitment partnerships.

National Reach, Local Insight

From regional opportunities to nationwide hiring campaigns, we combine broad reach with specialist market insight.

Clear, Honest Guidance

Whether you are hiring or looking for your next role, we offer honest advice, clear communication and practical support.

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We provide Permanent & Agency Staff

Fast access to experienced, fully vetted professionals across the UK

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