A local authority is looking for a Senior Children's Social Worker to join a Safeguarding and Family Support Service at Southwark Children's Services.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.

About the team

This team strive to implement positive change in children and families lives.

You will be expected to work collaboratively with the team, supporting the development of best practice and confident practitioners through coaching and mentoring of students, newly qualified social workers, and less experienced practitioners.

The team carry out safeguarding procedures to support childrens lives.

About you

The successful candidate will be compliant with the London Pledge, and you will need to have : A recognised Social Work Qualification, Current registration with Social Work England Knowledge of childcare legislation, statutory guidance and working together to safeguarding children.

We're looking for an enthusiastic, proactive professional with a strong working knowledge of Children's legislation.

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' experience working in a Children's setting is beneficial for this role.

What's on offer?

• £38.50 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)


• Easily accessible via public transport


• Regular and supportive case and personal supervision


• Opportunity for career development

For more information, please get in contact.

Leon Kahara - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555

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