Social Worker

Join Our Client\’s Team as a Social Worker Position: Social Worker Location: Grimsby Salary: £47,754 Shift: Full Time – Flexible/agile working required, including occasional out-of-hours Contract: Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced, resilient, and compassionate Senior Social Worker to join our client’s Children’s Services team. This is a crucial role dedicated to delivering high-quality social work services to vulnerable children, young people, and their families, in line with statutory legislation, departmental policy, and best practice. You’ll manage complex, high-risk caseloads while supporting less experienced staff and offering leadership where needed. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference, champion children’s rights, and help drive improved outcomes for some of the most vulnerable in our communities. Key Responsibilities * Manage a complex and challenging caseload with autonomy, including safeguarding, child protection, care proceedings, and looking after children. * Provide direct line management to up to two social workers, including guidance, support, and formal supervision where appropriate. * Act as deputy to the Case Supervisor, supporting case direction, attending panels, and ensuring service quality. * Conduct thorough and timely assessments, analyse risk, and develop action plans to ensure the welfare of children. * Build effective relationships with children, families, and carers to promote resilience and reduce dependency on services. * Prepare high-quality court reports, attend hearings, and represent the Local Authority in legal proceedings. * Apply professional judgement and creativity to identify bespoke, innovative solutions to complex family needs. Key Requirements * Qualified social worker with a recognised qualification (BA/MA in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, etc.). * Registered with Social Work England (Provided Registration Number) * Significant post-qualification experience in a statutory children’s social care setting. * Strong understanding of child development, family dynamics, and safeguarding frameworks. * Experience managing complex cases and working within legal frameworks and court proceedings. * Confident in risk assessment, care planning, report writing, and case presentation. * Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills. Desirable * Practice Educator (Stage 2) or willingness to train. * Knowledge of local authority policies, procedures, and models such as Signs of Safety. * Supervisory experience, particularly supporting ASYE or student placements. Working Arrangements * Flexible/agile working is expected, including occasional evening or weekend work. * You must hold a current full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle (unless exempted due to a disability or health condition). * Enhanced DBS clearance is required. * Post holders may be asked to transfer between teams in response to service needs. If you’re a dedicated and experienced social work professional looking to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow your career, we encourage you to apply today with your CV. We look forward to hearing from you