Senior Social Worker

Location: Croydon

Hours: Full-time

Salary: £38,000 - £45,500 per annum

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for a role where you can truly focus on families and create lasting change? Do you want the opportunity to work with a manageable caseload, implement creative interventions, and be supported by a highly skilled team? If so, this is the perfect role for you!

Why Join Us

We are committed to keeping families together by providing holistic and tailored parenting assessments that help parents develop the skills they need to care for their children safely. Our residential family centre in Croydon provides a secure and nurturing environment where parents can showcase their parenting capabilities, as mandated by the courts or local authorities.

As a Senior Social Worker, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work with a small caseload of just 3 - 4 families, allowing you to provide in-depth, high-quality support. You’ll also have the freedom to implement creative and innovative interventions that help parents overcome challenges and build sustainable parenting skills. Plus, you’ll be fully supported by a team of highly experienced professionals, ensuring you have the guidance and expertise needed to excel in your role.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing a small, focused caseload – Work intensively with 3 - 4 families at a time, ensuring high-quality, well-evidenced assessments.
• Designing and implementing innovative interventions – Develop creative ways to support families, helping them engage in meaningful change.
• Conducting in-depth parenting assessments – Produce detailed reports that directly influence court decisions and long-term family outcomes.
• Prioritising child safety – Make well-informed recommendations that ensure children are protected and supported.
• Providing expert guidance – Help families navigate challenges, build confidence, and improve parenting skills.
• Collaborating with a skilled team – Work alongside highly experienced professionals who will support your work and professional growth.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified & Registered – You have a degree in Social Work and are registered with the relevant governing body.
• Experienced in family assessments – You have expertise in parenting assessments, family placements, and safeguarding.
• Skilled in report writing – You can produce clear, evidence-based assessments that inform key decisions.
• Creative & Solution-focused – You are passionate about developing and implementing innovative support strategies for families.
• Committed to safeguarding – You understand the importance of child protection and adhere to strict safeguarding policies.
• Empathetic & Resilient – You handle sensitive situations with professionalism and compassion.

What You’ll Gain:

• Manageable caseloads – Work with 3 - 4 families, allowing you to provide high-quality, focused support.
• Freedom to innovate – Implement creative interventions and shape the future of family assessments.
• Expert support – Work alongside a team of experienced professionals who will mentor and guide you.
• Career development – Enhance your expertise in child protection and social work assessments.
• Personal development - Access to a broad range of training and learning that will support your continued personal development.
• Job satisfaction – Play a vital role in transforming lives and keeping families together.
• Supportive work environment – Be part of a passionate and dedicated team that values your skills and contributions.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact while working with a manageable caseload and a strong support system, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your social work career.