Children's SW - CSW Team - East Sussex

Lewes, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children and families

Reference: 670476

We are seeking an experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker to join a busy Children’s Social Work team in East Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and their families, and who can work confidently in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

You will manage a varied caseload involving children and young people who may be subject to child protection procedures, care proceedings, child in need planning or looked-after children arrangements. Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, identifying risk and need, developing effective care plans and undertaking regular reviews. You will work alongside families to promote positive change, ensuring that the child’s voice, wishes and feelings remain central to all decision-making.

The role will involve partnership working with parents, carers, schools, health professionals, legal services and other agencies. You will be expected to contribute to strategy discussions, child protection conferences, court work and multi-agency meetings, while maintaining accurate, timely and comprehensive records. You will also help ensure that children are safeguarded effectively and that practice complies with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and professional standards.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have demonstrable experience of working with children and families within a statutory social care setting, together with a sound understanding of safeguarding, assessments, care planning and relevant child care legislation. Experience of court work and working with children who are looked after would be advantageous.

You will need excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and make sound professional judgements. A child-centred, strengths-based approach is essential, as is the resilience to work with complex and challenging circumstances. A full driving licence and access to transport may be required, depending on service needs. In return, you can expect professional support, regular supervision and opportunities for continued development.

From £38.00
Per hour

Lewes, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children and families

Added 10/11/2026
Reference: 670476

Children's SW - CSW Team - East Sussex

Lewes, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children and families

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