Children’s Social Worker - Child in Need & Protection in Croydon

Temporary Children’s Social Worker - Child in Need and Child Protection
Croydon Council | Croydon, Greater London

Croydon Council is seeking a qualified Social Worker for its Social Work with Families South Team. This is a 24-week assignment starting 24 November 2026, working 36 hours per week. Hybrid pattern: two days remote and three days in the office.

You will manage a caseload of approximately 18–20 children and families, undertaking long-term child protection, Child in Need and court work. You will assess and respond to children’s needs, develop plans with families, manage risk and safeguarding concerns, work with partner agencies, and maintain clear, timely case records.

Essential requirements
• Professional social work qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Relevant children’s social work experience, including Child in Need and child protection work.
• Confidence managing a complex caseload and contributing to court proceedings.
• Enhanced DBS with Children’s Barred List clearance, or eligibility to obtain it.

Location: Bernard Weatherill House, 8 Mint Walk, Croydon, CR0 1EA.
Hours: 36 per week | Hybrid: 3 office days and 2 remote days.
Rates: £27.36 per hour PAYE or £37.58 per hour umbrella.
Start: 24 November 2026 | Duration: 24 weeks.

Please apply with your current CV and confirm your SWE registration, relevant children’s social work experience, availability and ability to meet the office pattern.