Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Waltham Forest
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Waltham Forest | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working
Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive frontline service focused on protecting children, managing risk, and delivering positive outcomes for children and families through high-quality social work practice.
You will manage a complex caseload of Child in Need, Child Protection, and court cases, working closely with children, families, and partner agencies to ensure children remain safe and achieve the best possible outcomes.
In this role, you will:
Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases
Undertake Section 17 and Section 47 assessments and investigations
Develop, implement, and review Child in Need and Child Protection Plans
Undertake direct work with children and families to assess risk and promote positive change
Lead and participate in multi-agency meetings, conferences, and core groups
Progress cases through pre-proceedings and care proceedings where required
Prepare high-quality court reports, assessments, and statutory documentation
Support and mentor less experienced Social Workers within the team
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children and improve outcomes
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Significant experience within Safeguarding, CIN, and CP services
Court work and pre-proceedings experience
Ability to manage complex and high-risk cases confidently
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Experience supporting and mentoring colleagues within a team environment
Commitment to delivering high-quality, child-focused practice
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding Team role in Waltham Forest, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
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