Children's SW - Keeping Families Together Team - Darlington

Reference: 670937

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a dedicated Keeping Families Together Team in Darlington. This role is suited to an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting children to remain safely within their families wherever possible, while promoting positive outcomes and long-term stability.

You will manage a varied caseload involving children and families who may require support through early intervention, child in need planning, child protection processes and care proceedings. Working in partnership with parents, carers, schools, health professionals and other agencies, you will undertake assessments, identify risks and strengths, and develop effective plans that place the child’s welfare at the centre of all decision-making.

Your responsibilities will include completing statutory visits and reviews, preparing clear and analytical reports, maintaining accurate case records and contributing to multi-agency meetings. You will work creatively with families to understand their circumstances, build on their strengths and promote sustainable change. Where necessary, you will take appropriate action to safeguard children and ensure that plans are progressed within required timescales.

You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. Substantial experience of working with children and families within a statutory social care setting is essential, together with a sound understanding of safeguarding procedures, relevant legislation and evidence-based social work practice. Experience of family support, restorative approaches or work designed to prevent children entering care would be highly beneficial.

The successful candidate will be a confident communicator with strong assessment, planning and report-writing skills. You will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, manage competing priorities and demonstrate professional curiosity, resilience and sound judgement. A commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and to achieving better outcomes for children and families is essential.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and committed service where your expertise can make a meaningful difference. Ongoing professional development, reflective supervision and opportunities to strengthen your practice will be available.

From £21.02
Per hour
Added 12/11/2026
Reference: 670937

Children's SW - Keeping Families Together Team - Darlington

Darlington, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children & Families

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