Senior Social Worker

Woolwich, United Kingdom | Posted on 30/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries.

These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Location: Woolwich, London

Contract: 3 Month Contract

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Social Worker / Practice Lead to offer expert leadership, ensure quality assurance, and deliver high-level social work practice within Children's Services. This pivotal role involves engaging with children in need, those under child protection plans, looked after children, care leavers, disabled children, foster carers, special guardians, and adopters. The ideal candidate will exemplify best practices, mentor junior social workers, and contribute to enhancing service delivery across the team.

• Manage a complex caseload with significant risk and need.
• Conduct specialized assessments and develop effective intervention strategies.
• Lead initiatives in safeguarding, child protection, permanence, and care planning.
• Chair professional and multi-agency meetings.
• Prepare reports and provide evidence for court proceedings, panels, and hearings.
• Facilitate timely permanence planning for children unable to stay at home.
• Offer professional leadership and mentorship to social workers and students.
• Engage in quality assurance, auditing, and practice improvement activities.
• Advocate for the voices of children and families in planning and decision-making.
• Spearhead learning and development activities within the team.
• Collaborate with education, health, police, and partner agencies.

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Extensive post-qualification experience in Children's Social Care.
• Child Protection
• Looked After Children
• Care Proceedings
• Permanence Planning
• Safeguarding
• Experience in providing professional leadership and practice guidance.
• Competence in preparing court reports and presenting evidence.
• Strong skills in assessment, analysis, and decision-making.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and support less experienced practitioners.
• Excellent communication and multi-agency collaboration skills.
• Experience in quality assurance and auditing activities.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring social workers.
• Specialized knowledge in fostering, adoption, disability, or safeguarding practices.

• 3 Month Contract
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Opportunity to lead professionally within Children's Services.
• Engaging and rewarding work in safeguarding and permanence.
• Emphasis on quality assurance, workforce development, and practice enhancement.
• Chance to support positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.