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Bedford Borough Council | £39.50 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Borough Hall, MK42 9AP

Position: Experienced Social Worker

Team: Locality - Family Support Services

Council: Bedford Borough Council

Pay Rate: £39.50 per hour (umbrella)

Contract Type: Locum

Job Location: Borough Hall, MK42 9AP

Working Arrangement: Hybrid (office presence as required)

Start Date: ASAP

Bedford Borough Council is seeking a skilled and dedicated Experienced Social Worker to join their Locality Family Support Services. This is a frontline role, working with children and families through Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), Public Law Outline (PLO) and Care Proceedings up to final orders.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals confident in risk assessment, statutory intervention, and family work to contribute meaningfully to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

Build effective partnerships with children, families, and carers to understand their needs and promote participation in planning and decision-making

Undertake high-quality assessments in line with statutory requirements, anticipating and managing risks to children in complex situations

Plan, deliver, and review tailored interventions to support positive change and stability

Manage a complex caseload independently, demonstrating excellent organisational and time management skills

Maintain accurate and timely case records and produce well-structured reports and analysis

Actively engage in regular supervision for professional reflection and development

Collaborate with multi-agency professionals to ensure coordinated service delivery

Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to professional development and high-quality practice across the team

Work within a strong equality and diversity framework, challenging oppressive practice when necessary

Adhere to HCPC/Social Work England standards and meet the Professional Capabilities Framework at the Experienced Social Worker level

Social Work qualification (BA/MA/DipSW or equivalent)

Social Work England registration

Minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience within statutory children's services

Proven experience with CIN, CP, PLO and Care Proceedings

Strong assessment and analytical skills

Clear, confident communication and report writing abilities

Enhanced DBS (registered to the Update Service preferred)

Ability to work independently and within a team

Access to a vehicle and full UK driving licence preferred

Competitive umbrella pay rate of £39.50 per hour

Direct access to exclusive local authority roles

Personalised support from an experienced social work recruiter

Prompt payroll with reliable payment schedule

Fast and efficient registration process

Referral bonus scheme - earn up to £300 for successful referrals (T&Cs apply)

To apply or learn more about this opportunity, get in touch today:
📧 m.shah @edenbrownsynergy.com
📞 0175 655 6972

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