Social Work Social Worker - Children In Care Buckinghamshire Up to £38 ​/ hour

# Social Worker
- Children In Care Posted 10th August 2026

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Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire Salary Up  to £38/hr Job Type Temporary Job  Discipline Social Work
** About the Role
** Milton Keynes City Council is currently seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Children in Care team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a stable, supportive team focused on achieving the best outcomes for children and young people in care.
** Responsibilities
* ** Chair multi-agency and multidisciplinary meetings
* Complete statutory assessments and annual reviews
* Develop and implement child-centred care plans
* Manage a caseload of up to 18 children, including those under care and placement orders
* Work collaboratively with professionals including IROs, health services, and education teams
* Ensure children's needs are met through direct work, life story work, and ongoing placement support
** About the Team
*** Stable and experienced leadership with a Team Manager and Deputy Manager
* Collaborative structure including Senior Practitioners, Social Workers, and Social Work Assistants
* Access to a Clinical Psychologist and Mental Health Worker for additional support
* Strong focus on training, development, and shared learning through regular team sessions
* Dedicated support for adoption work, including life story book creation
** Additional Benefits
*** Mileage paid at £0.45 per mile (eligible claims)
* Discounted parking available via Ring Go
* Access to the same training as permanent staff
** Requirements
* ** Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
* Recent Children in Care and adoption experience (within the last 5 years)
* Strong assessment, care planning, and case management skills
* Ability to manage a varied and complex caseload
* This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.
* If you're an experienced Social Worker looking for your next opportunity within a supportive local authority, we'd love to hear from you.
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