Senior Social Worker

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey? Join the London Borough of Islington as a Senior Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team. This ongoing contract offers flexibility in your work schedule, whether that’s part-time or full-time with core hours from 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, and a lucrative pay rate of £39.04 per hour. Your workplace will be the vibrant 222 Upper Street, London (N1 1XR
), right in the heart of one of the most dynamic areas of the city.

• As a locum worker, you have the benefit of choosing assignments that best fit your lifestyle and career goals, giving you the ultimate flexibility in your career.
• Enjoy competitive pay rates that truly reflect your expertise and dedication in the field.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative environment that values your input and offers continuous professional development opportunities.
• Plus, as a locum, you have the chance to gain diverse experience, broadening your skill set across various settings and cases.

• Conduct Core Assessments, pre-birth assessments, and thorough risk assessments.
• Carry out Section 47 Child Protection investigations with meticulous attention to detail.
• Prepare and write comprehensive statements for court proceedings.
• Complete Section 7 and Section 37 reports for legal matters.
• Confidently represent the authority in court to provide evidence and expert opinions.
• Perform home visits to monitor and safeguard the well‑being of children.
• Maintain up‑to‑date and accurate case recordings.
• Convene and chair core group meetings to drive collaborative safeguarding efforts.
• Liaise effectively with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care for children.
• Participate in joint investigations and interviews in collaboration with law enforcement.
• Initiate and manage care proceedings from start to finish.
• Implement and review Care Plans, ensuring they meet the needs of each child.
• Supervise contact sessions to uphold child safety and welfare.
• Write detailed reports for case conferences and actively participate in strategic meetings.
• Develop and complete Child in Need plans, tailored to support each child’s requirements.

Qualifications required include Social Work England registration and a relevant degree in Social Work. Experience as a qualified social worker in the UK is essential to succeed in this role.

Living and working in Islington offers a perfect mix of lively urban life and serene residential areas. Enjoy the multitude of parks, unique shops, and vibrant arts scene, making it an extraordinary place not just to advance your career, but to enjoy life. Join us in Islington, where your impact as a Senior Social Worker will be both rewarding and recognisable!

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