QSW CIN

We are seeking an experienced and confident Senior Social Worker to join the Ipswich North East Social Care Team based at Beacon House, Ipswich. This is a hybrid opportunity requiring office presence three days per week.

This is a key senior-level position within the team, combining high-quality statutory social work with leadership and supervisory responsibilities. You will play an integral role in supporting the Team Manager with oversight, guidance, and supervision of staff.

• Undertake statutory assessments under Section 17 (Child in Need) and Section 47 (Child Protection) of the Children Act.

• Lead on and contribute to Child in Need (CIN) planning and Child Protection (CP) planning.

• Manage complex cases, ensuring robust risk assessment and effective safeguarding interventions.

• Provide supervision and professional oversight to less experienced social workers.

• Support the Team Manager with quality assurance, case oversight, and practice development.

• Ensure compliance with statutory guidance, policies, and performance expectations.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Social Worker who:

• Has substantial experience in frontline children's social care.

• Demonstrates strong knowledge and experience of s17 and s47 processes.

• Has experience providing supervision and mentoring to staff (essential).

• Is confident managing complex safeguarding and child protection cases.

• Shows strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills.

• Is SWE-registered and eligible to work in the UK.

Supervisory experience is essential, as this role includes direct supervision and support responsibilities.

• Hybrid working model.

• 3 days per week office-based at Beacon House, Ipswich.

• Supportive team environment with strong management oversight.

Please ensure your CV clearly states your current location when applying.

If you are an experienced Senior Social Worker looking for a leadership-focused frontline role within a supportive and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.