Senior Social Worker - Children's Services

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Children's Services
Department: Children's Services
Location: Lambeth Town Hall, UK
Salary: £TBC Hourly
Contract: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full Time / Part Time

This is an excellent opportunity to join Lambeth's Children's Services as a Senior Social Worker, playing a key role in driving positive change for children, families, and carers. This ongoing role offers flexibility with full-time or part-time working arrangements and provides the chance to work within a vibrant, committed team. Reporting to the Team Manager, you will bring advanced systemic social work expertise to complex cases, supporting independence, reducing safeguarding risks, and ensuring high-quality decision-making in all areas of children's social care.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Working: Choose a full-time or part-time schedule that complements your lifestyle and personal commitments.

• Competitive Pay: Receive a strong hourly rate that reflects your skills, expertise, and dedication.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing training, reflective practice opportunities, and continuous learning to enhance your skill set.

• Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative service dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families.

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the variety, autonomy, and exposure to diverse cases that locum roles offer.

What You Will Do

• Lead on complex statutory children's cases, applying advanced professional judgement and ensuring practice aligns with legal, policy, and procedural frameworks.

• Undertake comprehensive assessments using the assessment framework to identify children's needs and the appropriate level of intervention.

• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to develop strong, effective safeguarding arrangements.

• Manage a demanding and diverse caseload, providing expert guidance in situations involving multi-agency involvement and complex family dynamics.

• Prepare high-quality written reports, including court reports, and represent the Council in legal proceedings.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, policy, and best practice relevant to children and families.

• Contribute to service improvement and mentor less experienced colleagues where required.

A Meaningful and Rewarding Role

This role allows you to use your expertise to support vulnerable children and families, influence positive