Children’s Social Worker – Assessment & Safeguarding Job Title: CSW – Social Worker Service Area: Assessment & Safeguarding Department: Children's Services Team: Safeguarding & Social Care – Children in Care & Placements – Family Centres – Contact Service Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 2–3 days in the office Pay Rate: £37.52 per hour (Umbrella) About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Children’s Social Worker to join our Assessment & Safeguarding team within Children's Services. Working within the Children in Care & Placements service, specifically the Family Centres – Contact Service, you will play a key role in supporting and safeguarding children and young people, ensuring their welfare and best interests remain at the heart of all decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Social Worker who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families and has experience working within children's social care. Key Responsibilities * Undertake assessments of children and families, identifying needs, risks and appropriate support. * Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. * Support and oversee family contact arrangements, ensuring children's safety and wellbeing. * Work collaboratively with parents, carers, families and partner agencies. * Develop, implement and review care and safeguarding plans. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, reports and assessments. * Attend meetings, contribute to multi-agency discussions and provide professional recommendations. * Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, policies and safeguarding procedures. Requirements * Recognised Social Work qualification. * Registration with Social Work England. * Previous experience within Children's Social Care. * Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and assessment processes. * Experience supporting children in care, placements and family contact services would be advantageous. * Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills. * Ability to manage a caseload effectively and work collaboratively with multiple professionals. * Must have a UK passport or a full right work in the UK. Interested? If you are a qualified Children's Social Worker looking for your next opportunity and have the skills and experience to make a positive difference to the lives of children and families, we would love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Shivashni Govender at LinsCare
CSW - Social Worker - Assessment and Safeguarding - Qualified in Woodside employer: LinsCare
Join our dedicated team in Colindale, London, where we prioritise a supportive and collaborative work culture that empowers our employees to make a meaningful impact in Adult Social Care. We offer competitive rates, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a commitment to person-centred practices that promote independence and wellbeing for both staff and residents. Experience the satisfaction of working in a role that truly values your expertise and fosters growth within a vibrant community.
