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Senior Social Worker – Family Help

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and committed Senior Social Worker to join a Family Help service in Suffolk. This role is suited to a qualified social work professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and their families through strengths-based, relationship-focused practice.

You will manage a varied caseload involving children and families who may require targeted or intensive support. Working collaboratively with parents, carers, schools, health professionals and partner agencies, you will assess needs, identify risks, develop effective plans and review progress. You will ensure that children’s voices remain central to decision-making and that interventions are timely, proportionate and focused on achieving sustainable change.

As a Senior Social Worker, you will contribute to the development of high-quality practice across the service. Responsibilities will include supporting colleagues with complex cases, providing advice and guidance, contributing to reflective discussions and helping to promote consistent standards of safeguarding and family support. You will maintain accurate records, prepare reports and participate in meetings, reviews and relevant multi-agency forums.

Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification and current Social Work England registration, with substantial post-qualifying experience in children and families social work. Experience of working within a family help, early help, child protection or statutory setting is desirable. You should have a sound understanding of safeguarding legislation, assessment frameworks and evidence-based interventions, together with the confidence to manage risk and make informed professional decisions.

You will need excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills, as well as the ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to equality, participation and continuous improvement is essential. A valid driving licence and access to suitable transport may be required for visiting families across the area.

An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Family Help Team supporting children, young people and their families to achieve positive and lasting change. This is a rewarding role for an experienced practitioner who is committed to early intervention, relationship-based practice and improving outcomes for children.

You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments and developing effective plans with families, children and partner agencies. You will work collaboratively to identify strengths, risks and support needs, ensuring that children’s voices remain central to all decision-making. The role will involve providing purposeful intervention, reviewing progress regularly and taking appropriate action where concerns about safety or wellbeing arise.

Key responsibilities will include undertaking statutory assessments, contributing to child in need and safeguarding planning, maintaining accurate and timely records, and preparing reports for meetings and relevant legal proceedings when required. You will build strong professional relationships with schools, health services, police and other agencies, promoting coordinated support around each child and family. You will also participate in supervision, reflective practice and team discussions, contributing to continuous service improvement.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have experience of working with children and families within a statutory or family support setting, with a sound understanding of safeguarding legislation, assessment frameworks and relevant procedures. Strong communication, organisation and analytical skills are essential, as is the ability to manage competing priorities and work confidently both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will be supported through regular supervision, professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment. If you are passionate about helping families build on their strengths and ensuring children receive the right support at the right time, we would welcome your application.

An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join a Family Help Team. You will work with children, young people and families who require additional support, helping them achieve positive and lasting change while ensuring their safety and wellbeing remain central to all interventions.

You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments and developing effective, child-centred plans with families and partner agencies. Your responsibilities will include identifying needs and risks, coordinating early help and statutory interventions, reviewing progress, and adapting support when circumstances change. You will be expected to build constructive relationships with children and families, listen to their views, and promote their participation in decisions that affect them.

The role will involve working collaboratively with education, health, early help, police and other professionals to provide coordinated support. You will contribute to safeguarding activity, respond appropriately to concerns, and ensure that children are protected from harm. Where required, you may undertake child protection work, contribute to legal planning and prepare clear, analytical reports for meetings and formal proceedings.

Accurate recording, sound professional judgement and effective time management are essential. You will maintain up-to-date case records, meet statutory timescales and demonstrate an understanding of relevant legislation, guidance and best practice in children’s social care. The ability to work confidently in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities and make defensible decisions is important.

You must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. Experience of working with children and families, completing assessments and managing safeguarding concerns is desirable. We are looking for someone who is resilient, reflective and committed to strengths-based practice, with excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people. A valid driving licence and access to transport may be required for visiting families across the area.