Social Worker Children
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Job Title: Children’s Social Worker (Locum)
Location: Southwark Council – Greater London
Pay Rate: Up to £39.00 per hour
Contract: Full-Time Locum
About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join Southwark Council. This role offers a supportive working environment, a strong practice framework, and a manageable caseload—allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality, relationship-based social work.
Southwark is known for valuing its locum workforce, offering consistent support, structured supervision, and a collaborative team culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload, delivering systemically-informed social work practice.
- Assess risk and need, develop care plans, and safeguard children effectively.
- Build strong relationships with children, families, and professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
- Lead on child protection work, including investigations, planning, and court proceedings.
- Produce high-quality reports and maintain accurate case records.
- Support and mentor less experienced colleagues where appropriate.
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
- Proven experience in children’s services, including safeguarding and court work
- Strong understanding of legislation and statutory guidance
- Confident in managing complex cases and working independently
Why Apply?
- Up to £39.00 per hour
- Full-time locum role
- Lower caseloads than many London boroughs
- Supportive management and positive team environment
- Commitment to professional development
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.