Children's SP - C&F Team - Thurrock

Reference: 671102

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Children’s Social Worker to join a busy Children and Families team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children, young people and families by providing high-quality, strengths-based social work that promotes safety, stability and positive outcomes.

You will manage a varied caseload involving children in need, child protection, looked-after children and care proceedings. Working in partnership with children, parents, carers and other professionals, you will complete assessments, develop and review plans, and ensure that the child’s voice, wishes and feelings remain central to all decision-making.

Your responsibilities will include undertaking statutory visits, assessing risk, preparing reports, contributing to strategy discussions and child protection conferences, and presenting evidence when required. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across education, health, early help, youth services, the police and commissioned providers to coordinate effective support and safeguard children from harm.

You will maintain accurate, timely case records and ensure that all work complies with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, local procedures and professional standards. You will also participate in supervision, reflective practice, team meetings and ongoing learning, contributing to service development and continuous improvement.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England. You should have knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practice, experience of undertaking assessments and managing risk, and an understanding of the legal and regulatory framework affecting children and families. Experience of working within a statutory children’s social care setting is desirable.

We are looking for someone who is organised, resilient and committed to relationship-based practice. You will need strong written and verbal communication skills, sound professional judgement and the ability to work effectively under pressure. A valid driving licence and the ability to travel to meet children and families may be required.

From £32.66
Per hour
Added 13/11/2026
Reference: 671102

Children's SP - C&F Team - Thurrock

Grays, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children & Families

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