Children Social Worker

We are looking for a Children’s Social Worker to join a Childrens team.

This role requires a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in a permanent contract/s.

The Role:

As Team Manager, you will lead and support a busy Family Support & Safeguarding team, overseeing social workers managing complex child protection, child in need, and care proceedings cases. You will provide effective supervision, drive performance, and ensure high-quality practice across the service.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and supervise a team of social workers within Family Support & Safeguarding Oversee CIN, CP, PLO, and court work to ensure timely and effective interventions Drive high standards of safeguarding practice and compliance Provide leadership, guidance, and reflective supervision to staff Monitor performance, quality assurance, and service delivery Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes for children and families

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration Previous experience managing frontline safeguarding teams Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, court processes, and statutory responsibilities Ability to lead teams through complex and high-pressure environments Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills

What’s on Offer:

Competitive locum pay rates Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Supportive senior leadership team Stable and well-structured service Immediate interviews and start available For more information, please get in touch Rodrique Burnett – Recruitment Consultant 0118 948 5555 / 07436399975