Senior Social Worker - Children and Families Team

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Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Children and Families Team
Specialism: Social Work - Children
Location: Isle of Wight, UK
Salary: £42.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Senior Social Worker within the Children and Families Team in the Isle of Wight, earning £42.00 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, allowing you to make a meaningful impact while maintaining a strong work-life balance. In this role, you will take the lead on complex casework, supporting children and families through key interventions and safeguarding processes in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Enjoy flexible working hours that suit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £42.00 per hour, ensuring strong financial reward for your expertise.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from agile working arrangements, allowing a balance of home and office-based work.
• Professional Development: Access continuous training and development opportunities to enhance your practice.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative team that values knowledge sharing and professional growth.

What you will do

• Case Management: Manage a complex caseload of children and families requiring statutory intervention.
• Assessment & Safeguarding: Conduct assessments, risk analyses, and child protection enquiries to promote safety and wellbeing.
• Care Planning: Develop and review tailored care plans to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Legal Processes: Lead on child protection, children in need, and court proceedings where required.
• Relationship Building: Develop strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and carers, ensuring their voices are central.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and informal supervision to less experienced staff, supporting their development.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with partner agencies to deliver coordinated and effective support.
• Representation: Represent the local authority in statutory meetings and legal settings, maintaining high professional standards.

Why Isle of Wight

• Outstanding Scenery: Enjoy breathtaking coastal views and countryside landscapes.
• Community Feel: Be part of a welcoming and supportive community.
• Work-Life Balance: Experience a slower pace of life while maintaining a rewarding career.
• Unique Lifestyle: Combine professional growth with a high qual