419 senior social worker children jobs found

London Borough of Merton Senior Social Worker – Children’s and Families Team Pay Rate: £39.04 per hour Hours: 35 per week Contract: Locum About the Role The London Borough of Merton is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Children’s and Families Team. This is a key frontline role where you will lead on complex cases, provide professional guidance within the team, and contribute to high-quality safeguarding and family support practice across the service. You will undertake assessments, support children and families, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities Lead on complex Child in Need and Child Protection cases. Conduct high-quality Child and Family Assessments. Provide professional oversight and support to other social workers. Liaise with partner agencies to ensure coordinated planning and intervention. Prepare clear, analytical reports for conferences, panels, and reviews....

Protect, Support, Change Lives - Senior Children's Social Worker Bradford Metropolitan Council | Up to £35.00 Bradford Metropolitan Council, working in partnership with Bradford Children and Families Trust, is recruiting experienced Senior Social Workers - Children's Services to join Initial Family Decision (IFD) Teams 1, 2 & 5 on a locum basis. This is a high-impact opportunity for skilled practitioners to support children and families at the front door of services, ensuring timely, proportionate and child-focused decision-making. Role Information Contract Length: Initial 3 months, with potential for extension based on service needs Teams: IFD Teams 1, 2 & 5 Working Pattern: Hybrid working model Bradford Children and Families Trust operates hybrid working; however, there will be occasions where social workers are required to attend the office for specific tasks, team days, or service-led requirements, in line with operational needs. The Role Managing a caseload...

Protecting Children, Supporting Families - Senior Social Worker (Assessment) East Riding of Yorkshire Council | Up to £35.00 per hour (Umbrella) East Riding of Yorkshire Council is recruiting an experienced Senior Children's Social Worker to join their Children's Assessment Team, based in Bridlington, on a locum basis. This is a key frontline role for a confident, skilled practitioner with strong assessment and safeguarding experience, who can deliver high-quality, child-centred practice and provide professional leadership within a fast-paced assessment environment. The Role Meaningful engagement with children, adolescents and families Producing high-quality, evidence-based single and statutory assessments Working collaboratively with partner agencies and wider family networks Developing and implementing robust safety planning Producing high-quality, SMART interim plans and Child in Need plans Meaningful participation in strategy discussions Undertaking Section 47...

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker to join the Children's Intervention Team in Ealing. The successful candidate will work with children and families where there are complex safeguarding concerns, providing high-quality statutory social work interventions to ensure children's safety and promote positive outcomes. You will manage a complex caseload, provide professional leadership, and contribute to service development within a fast-paced frontline environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a complex caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans, Child in Need Plans, and care proceedings. Undertake robust assessments, including Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries. Lead and coordinate safeguarding investigations and multi-agency interventions. Prepare high-quality reports for court, conferences, and statutory reviews. Initiate and progress care proceedings when required. Undertake direct work with children and families to...

Protecting Children, Supporting Families - Senior Social Worker (Assessment) East Riding of Yorkshire Council | Up to £35.00 per hour (Umbrella) East Riding of Yorkshire Council is recruiting an experienced Senior Children's Social Worker to join their Children's Assessment Team, based in Bridlington, on a locum basis. This is a key frontline role for a confident, skilled practitioner with strong assessment and safeguarding experience, who can deliver high-quality, child-centred practice and provide professional leadership within a fast-paced assessment environment. The Role Meaningful engagement with children, adolescents and families Producing high-quality, evidence-based single and statutory assessments Working collaboratively with partner agencies and wider family networks Developing and implementing robust safety planning Producing high-quality, SMART interim plans and Child in Need plans Meaningful participation in strategy discussions Undertaking Section 47...

Our client, Telford and Wrekin Council are looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Family Safegaurding team Hybrid working, but there is an expectation that there will be a mix of office based and home working as agreed with the team manager. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour,...

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Social Worker for Children In Need (CIN Team)with Leicester City Council. If you have experience in court work and child protection, and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, this could be the perfect role for you! Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Children In Need (CIN Team) Pay Rate: £38 per hour Location: 93 Charles Street, Halford Street, Leicester, LE1 1FQ, United Kingdom Working Hours: Monday to Thursday - 8:30am to 5:00pm | Friday - 8:30am to 4:30pm (with the possibility of out-of-hours or duty tasks as required) Hybrid Working: On-site Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with flexibility to work additional days as agreed with the Team Manager. About the Role: Leicester City Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our Children In Need (CIN) Team. This is an exciting opportunity for social workers who have strong...

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire Working Hours: Monday to Friday Pay Rate: £24.39 - £33.30 per hour (depending on experience) Start Date: ASAP Staffordshire County Council is currently recruiting experienced Social Workers, Senior Social Workers, and Senior/Advanced Practitioners to join the East Staffs Duty Hub on an agency basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-regarded local authority that places a strong emphasis on quality practice, professional development, and positive outcomes for children and families. About the Team Team: East Staffs Duty Hub Team size: 11 Location: Office-based in Burton-on-Trent Parking: Free parking available at the rear of the office Working pattern: Hybrid working - a balance of home and office-based work Key Responsibilities Arranging and chairing strategy meetings Completing Section 47 enquiries Undertaking initial visits Completing Section 47 and Section 17 Child and...

Assessment Social Worker | Supportive Senior Management | Manageable Caseload | Easily Commutable from Kent / Essex  A great opportunity to join a thriving Duty & Assessment service We're currently working closely alongside super stable Duty & Assessment team based in South East London for a fantastic opportunity for an experienced children’s social worker their close-knit Duty & Assessment service.  Leaders in Care are offering £38.50/h for this role Benefits of the role include: Manageable caseload - cases split evenly across the service Longstanding and supportive permanent management structure (based off feedback) Close-knit team who'll make you feel valued from day 1  Regular reflective supervision  Secure 6 month contract, with the look to further extend beyond this should you wish  With vacancies within this service a rarety, what better time to make the move and be a part of an excellent team where you're surrounded by like-minded individuals, all with...

We are looking to recruit a Senior Social Worker - Special Intervention Team within the Social Care industry in Barnet   Responsibilities include: Contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people. Manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs and assessments, care planning and child protection investigations. Carry out high quality assessments, using child-centred, community focused, and multi-agency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships and to secure the best outcomes for children and young people. Ensure children and young people are adequately protected in line with Havering LSCB and departmental policy and procedures and relevant legislation. Identify and assess levels of risk and need and delivers protective or...

Locum Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Competitive Rates & Supportive Team Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 Pay: Up to £33.30 per hour (umbrella) Location: Stoke On Trent Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents? Stoke on Trent Council is currently seeking experienced Social Workers / Senior Practitioners to join their Children's Services teams. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, well-established authority where your skills, experience, and professional judgement are truly valued. Your Role As a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner, you will: Complete statutory Child & Family Assessments Manage a caseload of Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children Develop, implement, and review care and support plans Lead and contribute to multi-agency and safeguarding meetings Assess risk and ensure timely, effective interventions Support and mentor colleagues (Senior...

Our client, Leicester City Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Looked after childrens team Would they like someone with LAC-specific experience or could they come from another team such as CP or Assessment? Specific LAC experienced desired, but would consider someone with a background in CP / Assessment who has some LAC experience. Working arrangements - how much office time is expected? Generally two days a week as a target to build relationships with team, subject to the visits and meetings. Approx. caseload numbers 20 Would they consider someone who could offer condensed or PT hours? Would consider condensed hours Parking arrangements - with it being the city centre is there a supplement or discount available? Nearby city centre parking available which is reimbursed. Reason for the role and how long is it likely to last? To fill vacant post, 6 months+ likely Can you please confirm the range covered by the team and anything specific we need to know about...

Head of Service - Children's Regulated Services Local Authority | East Midlands (City-Based) An opportunity has arisen with a large local authority in the East Midlands for an experienced Head of Service - Children's Regulated Services to join on a 13-month ongoing interim assignment. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for a complex and high-profile portfolio of regulated children's services, playing a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality outcomes for children and young people while supporting strategic transformation, governance and financial sustainability. Assignment Details Contract Length: 13 months (ongoing assignment) Pay Rate: £500 per day (Umbrella) Higher rates may be considered for exceptional candidates, based on experience Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1 to 2 days per week in the office Remote working may be considered for an exceptional candidate Office Base: City-centre office, East MidlandsAbout the Role You will provide strategic...

Family Help Hub Social Worker / Senior Social Worker- - Basingstoke, Hampshire Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Join Hampshire's Basingstoke Family Help Hub as a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and play a key role in delivering high‑quality, relationship-based support to children and families across Hampshire. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a progressive service focused on early help, meaningful intervention, and improving outcomes through strength-based practice. In this role, you will: Provide direct support to children and families to reduce risk and strengthen family networks Work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure coordinated help and timely interventions Complete high‑quality assessments and plans that reflect the needs and voices of...

Family Help Hub Social Worker / Senior Social Worker- - Eastleigh & Winchester, Hampshire Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Join Hampshire's Eastleigh & Winchester Family Help Hub as a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and play a key role in delivering high‑quality, relationship-based support to children and families across Hampshire. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a progressive service focused on early help, meaningful intervention, and improving outcomes through strength-based practice. In this role, you will: Provide direct support to children and families to reduce risk and strengthen family networks Work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure coordinated help and timely interventions Complete high‑quality assessments and plans that reflect...

Family Help Hub Social Worker - New Forest, Hampshire Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Join Hampshire's Children's Services as a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and play a key role in deliveringhigh‑quality, relationship-based support to children and families across Hampshire. New Forest require a Family Help Hub Social Worker to support early help pathways and deliver strengths‑based practice with families across the district. You will assess need, coordinate support and work closely with partner agencies. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a progressive service focused on early help, meaningful intervention, and improving outcomes through strength-based practice. In this role, you will: Provide direct support to children and families to reduce risk and...

Family Help Hub Social Worker - Hart & Rushmoor, Hampshire Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Join Hampshire's Children's Services as a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and play a key role in delivering high‑quality, relationship-based support to children and families across Hampshire. Hart & Rushmoor are seeking a Family Help Hub Social Worker to support children and families using restorative and trauma‑informed practice. You will contribute to multi‑agency plans and provide timely, impactful interventions. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a progressive service focused on early help, meaningful intervention, and improving outcomes through strength-based practice. In this role, you will: Provide direct support to children and families to reduce risk and...

Family Help Hub Social Worker - Fareham & Gosport, Hampshire Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Join Hampshire's Children's Services as a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and play a key role in delivering high‑quality, relationship-based support to children and families across Hampshire. Fareham & Gosport are recruiting SWs and SSWs into their Family Help service. The role involves delivering early help, completing assessments, long tyerm Child Protection and Family Safeguarding, working in partnership with local agencies. Hybrid working is available. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a progressive service focused on early help, meaningful intervention, and improving outcomes through strength-based practice. In this role, you will: Provide direct support...

Family Help Hub - Senior Social Worker- - Havant, Hampshire Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. Join Hampshire's Family Help Hub as a Social Worker or Senior Social Worker and play a key role in delivering high‑quality, relationship-based support to children and families across Hampshire. Havant are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to lead on complex Family Help cases, contribute to reflective team practice, and support improved outcomes for local families. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a progressive service focused on early help, meaningful intervention, and improving outcomes through strength-based practice. In this role, you will: Provide direct support to children and families to reduce risk and strengthen family networks Work collaboratively with...

Child In Care Team, Senior Social Worker - Alton, East Hampshire - Senior Social Worker Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK. East Hampshire's Children in Care (CIC) Team are seeking an experienced and confident Senior Social Worker to join their supportive and child‑focused service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the long‑term wellbeing, stability and outcomes of children and young people who are looked after. In this role, you will take responsibility for a manageable CIC caseload, delivering high‑quality, relationship‑based practice grounded in permanence planning and trauma‑informed approaches. You will work closely with carers, multi‑agency professionals, Independent Reviewing Officers and partner agencies to ensure every child's voice is central to...