Children's Social Worker - Family Help Team- Central Bedfordshire
Social Worker - Family Help Team
📍 Central Bedfordshire Council (Hybrid Working)
💰 £39 per hour Umbrella
🕒 37 Hours per Week
Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to join a forward-thinking Local Authority committed to achieving the very best outcomes for children and families?
Central Bedfordshire Council is recruiting skilled and passionate Social Workers to join their innovative Family Help Team, offering a fantastic opportunity to work in a "Good" Ofsted-rated and award-winning authority on its journey to becoming Outstanding.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Central Bedfordshire's Families First model, where Social Workers support children from assessment through to long-term intervention, enabling you to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
You will work across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Court work, delivering high-quality, child-centred practice and ensuring families receive the right support at the right time.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a diverse caseload of children and families
- Complete Child & Family Assessments and statutory visits
- Undertake direct work with children to understand their lived experiences
- Lead and participate in multi-agency meetings
- Deliver effective Child in Need and Child Protection plans
- Prepare high-quality court reports and statements
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children
- Contribute to reducing the number of children entering care
Why Join Central Bedfordshire Council?
- £39 per hour umbrella - competitive locum rate
- Work within a "Good" Ofsted-rated authority striving for Outstanding
- Be part of a progressive Family Help / Families First model
- Strong focus on relationship-based practice and early intervention
- Opportunity to build long-term relationships with families
- Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement
Location & Working Pattern
- Hybrid working - mix of home working and office-based
- Offices include Priory House (Shefford) and Grove View (Dunstable)
- Attendance at office required as per service needs
- Full-time - 37 hours per week
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Minimum 5 years post-qualified experience in UK Children's Social Care
- Social Work England registration
- Strong experience in Child Protection, Child in Need, and Court Work
- Proven ability to manage a complex caseload
- Experience chairing multi-agency meetings
- Excellent assessment and report writing skills
- Strong communication skills with children, families, and professionals
- A passion for delivering high-quality outcomes for children
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with 5+ years PQE in a UK Local Authority
- Social Work England registration
- Court experience is essential
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy
- DBS check paid for
- Excellent referral bonus
- "Find your own job" bonus
- Twice weekly payroll
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your locum career, we would love to hear from you.
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📞 0114 700 3804
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