Supervising Social Worker Safeguarding

We are looking for an Experienced Children’s Senior Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Team within the London Area.

Do not apply if you do not have a Social Work qualification with a minimum 3 years permanent experience with an English local authority.

About the Team

Support children and their families who are subject to Child Protection plans and also progress and deliver longer-term plans with Families. This Team will also hold Public Law Outline (pre-proceedings) and Care Proceedings, retaining case responsibility until the final order is granted and a plan for permanency is agreed. The Senior Practitioner in the Safeguarding Team manages complex cases involving children, undertaking assessments, home visits, direct work, care planning, meetings and case recording and supervising other staff.

About you

Essential to have previous experience working in Safeguarding, Child Protection, Children in Need and R&A is key to this role, your application will be highly regarded. Social Workers must hold a Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and have a minimum of three years’ post-qualifying experience. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are also required.

What’s on offer?

£39.04 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also) 3 days a week in the office Support work accessing training relevant to the role. Positive team spirit. Parking Available

For more information, please get in contact

Alfie Emmett-Church Aemmett@charecruitment.com

07553040465


  • Location: Kingston upon Thames, England
  • Salary: Up to £39.04 per hour
  • Type: Contract
  • Recruiter: Charles Hunter Associates
  • Posted: 13-Oct-2026
  • Posted on: careers4a.com