Lambeth - Consultant Social Worker - LAC Team

Reference: 659451

Join the dynamic Lambeth LAC Team as a Consultant Social Worker, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of Looked After Children (LAC) and their families. In this challenging and rewarding position, you will provide expert social work practice, ensuring the best outcomes for vulnerable children and young people within the community. You will work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, offering guidance and support to less experienced social workers while maintaining a manageable caseload.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing care plans that meet the individual needs of children and families.
  • Providing supervision and mentoring to junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous professional development.
  • Engaging with children, families, and external agencies to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures while maintaining high standards of practice.
  • Managing complex cases and making informed decisions in the best interest of children and young people.

The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

  • A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
  • Current Social Work England registration.
  • Significant post-qualifying experience in child protection or LAC.
  • Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound judgments.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to working collaboratively.

In addition to a competitive salary, Lambeth offers a range of benefits to support your professional growth and well-being, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing training opportunities, and access to employee assistance programs. You will be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and encourages innovation in practice. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we invite you to apply for this rewarding Consultant Social Worker position today!

COMPETITIVE SALARY

London

Temporary

Added 13/08/2026
Reference: 659451

Lambeth - Consultant Social Worker - LAC Team

London
Temporary

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