Senior Social Worker - Children in Care Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Senior Social Worker - Children in Care Team

Job Title: Senior Social Worker
Team: Children in Care
Location: Warwickshire, UK
Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour
Hours: Part Time / Full Time
Contract: Ongoing
Specialism: Social Worker - Children's

Overview

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join Warwickshire County Council's Children in Care Team. In this vital role, you will help shape the futures of children and young people in care, ensuring they receive stability, safety, and high-quality support. As an integral member of a compassionate and forward-thinking team, you will hold complex cases, mentor colleagues, and contribute to a culture of relationship-based, trauma-informed practice.

Perks and Benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Work the hours that suit your lifestyle, with flexible arrangements available.

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £33.30 per hour for your skills, dedication, and professional expertise.

• Professional Development: Access a range of training and CPD opportunities to continue advancing your practice.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside education, health, and social care partners in a diverse and supportive environment.

• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from council-backed policies designed to promote personal wellbeing and manageable caseloads.

About the Role

Warwickshire County Council is committed to delivering exceptional, relationship-based support to children and young people in care. As a Senior Social Worker, you'll champion long-term stability and positive outcomes, ensuring every child's voice is heard and reflected in their care journey. You will take on more complex cases, support team members, and play a key role in maintaining high standards across the service.

What You Will Do

• Manage a caseload of children and young people with complex needs, including those requiring permanency planning.

• Fulfil all statutory duties, including assessments, care plans, reviews, PEPs, and direct life-story work.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with children to ensure their wishes and feelings shape care decisions.

• Lead on safeguarding activity, including risk assessments and safety planning.

• Drive progress on permanency planning through effective multi-agency partnership working.