Central Bedfordshire- QSW- Corporate Parenting Team-
Social Worker - Corporate Parenting Team - Hybrid
Central Bedfordshire Council
📍 Location: Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Shefford, SG17 5TQ
⏰ Hours: 37 per week
🏡 Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days remote)
💰 Rate: £39.00 per hour
About the Role
Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join its Corporate Parenting Team. This role focuses on supporting children in care and care leavers, ensuring they receive high-quality care, stability, and positive life outcomes.
You will play a key role in delivering effective care planning, promoting permanence, and ensuring that every child's voice is heard throughout their journey in care.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of Looked After Children (LAC) and care leavers
- Develop and review care plans, ensuring they are child-centred and outcome-focused
- Undertake statutory visits and maintain strong relationships with children and carers
- Work towards achieving permanency, including reunification, long-term fostering, or adoption
- Participate in Looked After Reviews and multi-agency meetings
- Support pathway planning for young people transitioning to independence
- Liaise with foster carers, residential settings, and partner agencies
- Prepare high-quality reports for court and review processes
- Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and safeguarding procedures
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
- Experience within Corporate Parenting / LAC / Children in Care teams
- Strong knowledge of care planning, permanency, and statutory requirements
- Experience working with children in care and care leavers
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication, assessment, and relationship-building skills
Why Join Central Bedfordshire Council?
- Competitive pay rates (PAYE & Umbrella options available)
- Flexible hybrid working pattern
- Opportunity to gain experience in court and permanency-focused work
- Supportive team environment within a well-structured service
- Immediate start available
Apply Now
If you are a motivated and skilled Social Worker looking to make a real difference in children's lives, apply today!
📧 Email: S.
📞 Call: 020 8152 8935
Contact: Sherry Saiyed - Eden Brown Synergy
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