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An experienced and committed Social Worker is required to join a Children in Care team, supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and enjoy safe, stable and fulfilling lives. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by building trusting relationships, promoting wellbeing and ensuring that every child’s voice is heard.

You will manage a caseload of children in care, completing assessments, care planning and statutory visits in line with relevant legislation, regulations and practice standards. You will work closely with children, families, foster carers, residential settings, schools, health professionals and other agencies to develop and review effective care plans. Your responsibilities will include contributing to permanence planning, preparing for reviews, progressing court and legal work where required, and supporting transitions into adulthood.

The successful candidate will have a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have relevant experience of working with children and families, ideally within a children in care, safeguarding or statutory social work setting. Strong knowledge of the Children Act, care planning processes and safeguarding procedures is essential, along with the ability to produce clear, analytical records and reports.

You will be confident working independently while contributing positively to a supportive, multi-disciplinary team. Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills are required, together with resilience and a child-centred approach. You must be able to manage competing priorities, meet statutory timescales and make balanced, evidence-based decisions in complex situations.

A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for visiting children and carers across the area. This role is subject to appropriate safeguarding checks. In return, you will have the opportunity to develop your practice, access professional support and contribute to improved outcomes for children and young people in care.

We are seeking a committed and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join a Children in Care team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people by promoting their safety, wellbeing, development and long-term outcomes.

You will manage a varied caseload of children and young people who are looked after, ensuring that their needs are assessed, understood and responded to effectively. Your responsibilities will include completing assessments, preparing and reviewing care plans, undertaking statutory visits, contributing to placement stability and supporting children to achieve positive permanency outcomes.

You will work closely with children, young people, parents, carers, foster carers, residential providers, schools, health professionals and other partner agencies. The role involves advocating for children’s wishes and feelings, maintaining accurate and timely records, preparing reports for reviews and legal proceedings, and contributing to decision-making in line with relevant legislation, policies and safeguarding procedures.

The successful candidate will hold a recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have experience of working with children and families, preferably within a looked-after children or children in care setting, and a sound understanding of safeguarding, care planning, child development and permanency planning.

You will be confident managing competing priorities, making professional decisions and working within deadlines. Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills are essential, along with the ability to build positive relationships and engage effectively with children and young people. You should be resilient, reflective and committed to continuous professional development.

A valid driving licence and the ability to travel as required may be necessary for this role. In return, you will have the opportunity to work within a supportive professional environment, contribute to improved outcomes for children in care and develop your practice through supervision, training and collaborative working.