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Location: Civic Offices, Milton Keynes
Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Hybrid Working: 2 to 3 days per week in the office
Contact: Mahek Shah - m.shah@ edenbrownsynergy.com | 📞 0175 655 6972

Milton Keynes Council is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Family Support Team. This is a frontline role focused on children and families in need, offering hybrid flexibility with 2-3 days required in the office per week.

This position provides an opportunity to make a tangible impact while working in a supportive, child-focused environment.

Manage a caseload of children and families requiring statutory intervention

Undertake assessments, care planning, child protection enquiries, and court work

Support families in developing plans that keep children safe and promote their wellbeing

Work in partnership with schools, health, police, and other key professionals

Participate in core group meetings, case conferences, and reviews

Maintain detailed, timely, and accurate case records using local systems

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Minimum 2 years' experience in a Children and Families statutory setting

Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures, care proceedings, and child development

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Familiar with relevant social work frameworks and Strength-Based Practice

Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle preferred

Strong IT literacy and case recording skills

Dynamic, multi-agency approach focused on child-centred practice

Supportive work environment with access to senior leadership

Flexible hybrid working structure

Excellent training and career development pathways

Clear MK Practice Model embedded throughout the service

Commitment to manageable caseloads and worker wellbeing

DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy

Referral bonus when you refer a friend or colleague

Self-referral bonus if you find your own job

Twice-weekly payroll - fast and reliable payment system

Your own dedicated recruitment consultant to support you at every stage

📧 Submit your up-to-date CV to Mahek Shah at m.shah @edenbrownsynergy.com
📞 Call now on 0175 655 6972 for a confidential chat

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Milton Keynes Council | £38 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Civic Offices, 1 Saxon Gate East, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 3EJ

Position: Qualified Social Worker

Team: Family Support Team

Council: Milton Keynes Council

Pay Rate: £38 per hour (umbrella)

Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 to 3 days in the office

Base Location: Civic Offices, Milton Keynes

Contract Type: Locum

Start Date: ASAP

Milton Keynes Council is seeking a skilled and dedicated Social Worker to join their Family Support Team, working on a hybrid basis from the Civic Offices in the heart of Milton Keynes.

This is a frontline role supporting children and families through various levels of need, including Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Looked After Children (LAC). You'll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality services to safeguard children and promote their well-being.

Hold and manage a caseload of children and families under CIN, CP, and LAC frameworks

Undertake assessments in line with statutory requirements and local procedures

Develop and implement clear care plans in collaboration with families and professionals

Attend and contribute to CIN and Core Group meetings, and participate in child protection conferences and reviews

Prepare accurate and analytical court reports, risk assessments, and parenting assessments as required

Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support

Engage in direct work with children and families to ensure their voices are heard in all decision-making

Contribute to the team duty system and respond to urgent safeguarding concerns

Maintain high-quality records in compliance with council policy and data protection regulations

Recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)

Social Work England registration

Minimum of 2 years' post-qualifying experience in children's statutory services

Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures, legislation, and frameworks

Proven experience working with CIN, CP, and LAC cases

Confident in managing complex caseloads and multi-agency working

Enhanced DBS on the update service preferred

Willingness to travel within the local area as needed

Competitive umbrella pay rate of £38 per hour

Dedicated specialist consultant to support your job search and placement

Access to exclusive job roles across local authorities nationwide

Weekly payroll and prompt payment

Fast-track compliance and registration

Referral bonus scheme - earn up to £300 when you refer a successful candidate (T&Cs apply)

If you're ready to join a supportive local authority and make a real difference in the lives of children and families, get in touch today:

📧 m.shah @edenbrownsynergy.com
📞 0175 655 6972

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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.