Senior Social Worker - Children's Social Care Team
Suffolk County Council | £35 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Landmark House, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 5PF
Role Details
Position: Senior Social Worker
Team: Children's Social Care
Council: Suffolk County Council
Pay Rate: £35 per hour (umbrella)
Working Pattern: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - minimum 3 days in the office weekly
Office Base: Landmark House, Ipswich, IP1 5PF
Contract Type: Locum
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Suffolk County Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Children's Social Care Team in Ipswich. This role involves holding complex cases and supporting children and families who are subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
You'll work within a dynamic and collaborative environment, contributing to meaningful change through high-quality assessments and direct interventions.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake in-depth assessments of children and families in line with statutory requirements
Hold and manage a caseload of CIN and CP cases
Develop and implement care plans that promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes
Chair and attend CIN meetings, strategy discussions, and core groups
Complete timely reports for legal proceedings and statutory reviews
Engage with multi-agency partners to provide coordinated support
Contribute to team development and provide informal support to junior staff
Ensure accurate and comprehensive case recording and reporting
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience in statutory children's services
Experience working with Child in Need and Child Protection cases essential
Proven ability to conduct high-quality assessments and write robust reports
Excellent interpersonal and multi-agency liaison skills
Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment
Enhanced DBS on the update service preferred
Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy
Competitive rate of £35 per hour
Weekly payroll for efficient payments
Access to exclusive locum opportunities across the UK
Streamlined compliance process
Experienced and dedicated consultant support
Referral bonus up to £300 if you refer a candidate (T&Cs apply)
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