Intervention & Care Planning Social Worker
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Social Worker to join the Intervention and Care Planning team in Barnet. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a fast-paced statutory service supporting children and families who require assessment, intervention and longer-term care planning.
The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and work closely with children, families, partner agencies and professionals to ensure that children are safeguarded and their needs are met through effective care planning.
Key Responsibilities
Undertake statutory assessments, including Child in Need, Child Protection and court-related work.
Develop and implement outcome-focused care plans for children and families.
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners including schools, health services and the police.
Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews and court proceedings.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with statutory requirements
Participate in child protection conferences, strategy meetings and looked-after reviews
About Barnet:
Barnet is one of London's largest and most diverse boroughs, located in North London with excellent transport links into central London and surrounding areas. The borough is home to a vibrant and mixed community, with residents from a wide range of cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
Barnet combines busy urban centres with green open spaces and family neighbourhoods, creating a dynamic environment for social work practice. The diversity of the borough means practitioners work with a broad range of families, offering both challenge and professional development opportunities while making a meaningful difference to children's lives.
About the Team
The Intervention and Care Planning team works with children and families where longer-term statutory involvement is required. Social workers in the team support children subject to Child Protection Plans, Children in Need plans and those entering care proceedings. The team focuses on building strong relationships with families, ensuring safety while promoting stability and positive outcomes for children.
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
Significant post-qualifying experience in children's statutory services.
Experience within Child Protection, Child in Need and court work.
3 years permanent experience working as a childrens social worker.
Strong assessment, analytical and report-writing skills.
Ability to manage a complex caseload and work effectively under pressure
Why Join Barnet
Supportive team environment and experienced management
Opportunity to work with a diverse and vibrant community
Well-established multi-agency partnerships
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please submit your CV or contact us to discuss the role further.
Don't forget...Eden Brown Synergy offers a £250 referral bonus for Social Workers. If this role isn't for you but you know someone suitable, ask them to get in touch. £250 could be on it's way to you! Your expert recruitment consultant is Becky Dewis, call today on 020 7422 7429 or email [email protected] Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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