Social Worker; Children’s Services Contracts

Social Worker (Children’s Services) – Fixed-Term Contracts

Location:

Doncaster. Salary: £48,227 per annum.

Contract:

Fixed-Term – 3 to 12 months. Service Area:
Children’s Services. Driving Licence & Vehicle:
Essential.

Doncaster Children’s Services are seeking experienced and dedicated Social Workers to join a range of teams on fixed-term contracts of between 3 and 12 months. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Social Workers looking to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families while gaining valuable experience across a range of Children’s Services teams. We are looking for Social Workers with a strong background in statutory children's social care, including experience in safeguarding, child protection, children in need and/or looked after children.

• Managing complex caseloads and delivering effective, child-centred interventions.
• Completing statutory assessments, risk assessments and Section 47 investigations.
• Developing and implementing plans that promote positive outcomes for children and families.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and multi-agency partners to safeguard and promote children's welfare.
• Preparing high-quality reports for meetings, reviews and court proceedings where required.
• Applying sound professional judgement to inform decision-making and risk management.
• Building effective relationships with children, families and professional networks.
• Ensuring practice is compliant with relevant legislation, policies and professional standards.

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience working within Children's Services.
• Strong assessment, analytical and report-writing skills.
• Experience managing complex cases and making evidence-based decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to high-quality, child-focused social work practice.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-agency team.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

These fixed-term positions provide an excellent opportunity to join Doncaster Children's Services and contribute to positive outcomes for children and families. With contracts available from 3 to 12 months, there is flexibility for Social Workers looking for a new challenge, a return to statutory children's services, or the opportunity to gain further experience within a local authority setting.