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Senior Social Worker - Assessment | Barking (Permanent) England

Location:
1 Town Square
Barking, England, IG11 7LU
United Kingdom

Contract & Salary:
Permanent | PO4 | Salary scale: £46,041-£49,083

About the Role:
Join Children's Care & Support as a Senior Social Worker in the Assessment service, delivering outstanding social work for children and families and championing the voice of the child. You will safeguard and promote welfare in line with statutory duties under the Children Acts 1989 & 2004.

What You'll Do:

Lead on complex assessments, high‑risk cases, and family proceedings, maintaining high‑quality recording with clear analysis and reflection.Work within London Child Protection procedures for children subject to Child Protection Plans.Drive timely permanency planning, including duties linked to the Adoption Act 2002, and ensure care plans meet health and education standards for children in care.Act as a lead practice educator-supporting students, ASYE social workers, and family support practitioners-or lead a specialism such as advanced court work.Champion systemic practice, multi‑agency collaboration, and excellent customer care across services.Uphold GDPR, data protection, equality, diversity, and health & safety requirements in all practice.

About You:

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England (SWE) registration.Substantial post‑qualifying experience across court work, CIN, CP, LAC, risk assessment, and decision‑making; strong contextual safeguarding knowledge.Skilled in producing detailed reports for conferences and proceedings; confident communicator handling sensitive, complex situations.Reflective, curious practitioner who uses evidence‑informed tools to enhance practice and considers cost‑effective use of resources.Provides guidance to colleagues, occasionally supervises others, and manages workload autonomously while contributing to team targets.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

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Full job description

Job Title: Senior Support Worker / Key Worker

The Senior Support Worker / Key Worker will play a vital role in ensuring the effective delivery of high-quality support to young people in supported living accommodations.

You will be liaising with external professionals to ensure young people receive the care and support they need. The role also includes compliance with safeguarding policies and contributing to the continuous development of the service.

Duties include :

Provide one-to-one support, helping young people with goals like education and budgeting. Average 35 hours a week. Can include 1 sleep over a week

The placement is 24/7 staffed

Reporting to: House Manager

Core Requirements: NVQ Level 3, 4 or 5 in Health and Social Care

Minimum 2 years of previous experience in a senior role within a social care setting.

Experience working in a social care or supported living environment required

Needs experience of working with Challenging 16 - 17 year olds or similar age group

Knowledge of housing management processes and property maintenance.

Proactive, self-driven, and able to take initiative in fulfilling role requirements.

Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and Ofsted regulations.

Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Experience in key-working and supporting young people towards independence.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.

Good IT skills

Hourly Pay: Up to £18 per hour paid via umbrella. Rate includes holiday pay and national insurance. £100 sleep-in rate.

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Mental Health Social Worker - Ealing £40ph Hybrid

Location: Perceval House, Ealing W5 2HL (linked with Acton MINT Team)
Rate: £40 per hour
Hours: 35 per week (option for condensed hours)
Contract: Minimum 3-month assignment
Hybrid: Minimum 2 days office-based

About the Role

Join Ealing's Centralised Mental Health Social Work Team, working in partnership with West London NHS Trust. We're seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to deliver statutory mental health and social care duties, support colleagues, and manage duty on a rota basis. This role includes supervisory responsibilities and oversight of complex cases within a multi-disciplinary framework.

Key ResponsibilitiesComplete Care Act assessments, Safeguarding Adult S42 enquiries, and Mental Capacity Assessments.Prepare Social Circumstances Tribunal reports and contribute to Court of Protection work (including Schedule 21A challenges).Manage a duty system, supervise junior staff, and ensure timely interventions.Work collaboratively with health partners and maintain accurate case records on MOSAIC and NHS systems.Essential RequirementsQualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.Substantial statutory experience in mental health social work.Ability to manage duty systems and provide supervision.IT proficiency (MOSAIC and health systems experience desirable).Strong knowledge of Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, MHA 1983 (2007), and Human Rights Act 1998.AMHP qualification desirable but not essential.Working ArrangementsHybrid working: minimum 2 days in the office.Equipment provided (collection and induction required).

Keywords: Senior Mental Health Social Worker jobs London, Ealing Council social work, mental health statutory social work, Care Act assessments, MCA, MHA, safeguarding adults, Section 42 enquiries, Court of Protection, Schedule 21A, Social Circumstances Report, AMHP, hybrid social work roles, MOSAIC, NHS integrated teams, MINT teams, social work vacancies paying £40ph.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our dynamic team in Manchester. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals and families within the community, providing high-quality support and intervention. The position is available at a competitive rate of £32 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can bring their expertise and passion to our qualified social work field.

As a Senior Social Worker, your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the needs of clients and their families. Developing and implementing tailored care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Providing direct support and guidance to clients, ensuring their rights and welfare are upheld. Supervising and mentoring junior staff and students, fostering their professional development. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with legal and organizational standards.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent). Current registration with Social Work England. Significant experience in a social work setting, preferably with a focus on vulnerable populations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders. Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to case management.

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, we offer a supportive work environment with ongoing professional development opportunities. This role provides the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while working alongside a passionate team of professionals. If you are ready to take the next step in your social work career, we encourage you to apply today!

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🚨 Locum Senior Social Worker - MASH - Ipswich 🚨
💷 £39 per hour | Flexible Contract | Start ASAP

Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker looking for your next locum role? We're working with a supportive MASH team in Ipswich who need someone confident in assessments and decision-making to hit the ground running.

What you'll be doing:

✨ Gathering information and assessing following social care referrals
✨ Making clear, evidence-based recommendations in line with the Thresholds Document
✨ Working closely with families and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes
✨ Using your professional judgement to guide next steps and safeguard children

What we're looking for:

✔️ Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England
✔️ Strong assessment and analytical skills
✔️ Experience working in children's social care at senior level
✔️ Someone who can work with confidence and independence

Why take this role?

💰 Great pay at £39 per hour
🕒 Flexible locum contract
🤝 Supportive management and collaborative team culture
🚀 Quick start available

📩 Interested? Get in touch today!

Contact: Davina Cripps
📞 07385 031109
📧 [email protected]

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Caritas Recruitment are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Access and Assessment Service with Brighter Futures for Children / Reading Borough Council.

Location: Reading (2-3 days per week in the office, hybrid role)

Rate: Up to £42 per hour (umbrella)

Contract: Locum / agency social work contract

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Social Worker with strong assessment, safeguarding, and duty experience to work within a children and families service. The role involves working a duty rota and completing single assessments, progressing cases through to Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPC) or first Child in Need (CHiN) Plan meetings.

Ideal applicants will:

Be Social Work England registered

Have post-qualifying experience in children's social work, assessment, and safeguarding

Demonstrate excellent skills in risk assessment, care planning, and multi-agency working

Have experience of duty, child protection, CIN, and court work

This locum role offers competitive rates, hybrid working, and the chance to make a real difference to vulnerable children and families in Reading.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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