Children's SP - C&F Team - Thurrock

Reference: 671102

We are seeking a qualified 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 their families by providing thoughtful, strengths-based and child-centred social work. You will manage a varied caseload and work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes, safety and wellbeing.

Your responsibilities will include completing assessments, developing and reviewing plans, undertaking statutory visits and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns. You will work with children subject to child in need, child protection and care proceedings, ensuring that their wishes and feelings remain central to decision-making. You will also contribute to permanence planning, court work, placement planning and effective transitions, maintaining accurate and timely records throughout.

The role involves building constructive relationships with children, parents, carers and professionals across education, health, police and the voluntary sector. You will be expected to analyse information, assess risk, make sound professional decisions and present clear reports for reviews, panels and court hearings. Participation in supervision, team meetings and continuous professional development will be an important part of your practice.

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 in a statutory setting, together with a sound understanding of relevant legislation, safeguarding procedures and evidence-based practice. We are looking for someone who is resilient, organised and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of practice. Excellent communication, recording and report-writing skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. A commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and improving outcomes for children and families is also 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 and families

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