Children and Families Social Worker

Qualified Social Worker – Looked After Children – Central London

Role: Children and Families Social Worker 
Location: Bristol
Team: Court 
Pay: £40ph
Contract: Full-Time Locum 
In the office: Hybrid

Are you a passionate and dedicated Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and families? Do you have experience in court work and are keen to contribute to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children? We are looking for a skilled Children and Families Social Worker to join our Court Team within a dynamic Local Authority in South West England, Bristol.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a caseload of complex child protection and care proceedings.

  • Prepare high-quality, evidence-based reports for court.

  • Attend and give evidence in family court, working closely with legal professionals.

  • Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and ensure the safety and well-being of children.

  • Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams to support positive outcomes for children.

  • Liaise with partner agencies including health, education, and police.

  • Ensure all work is compliant with legislation, policies, and procedures.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Social Worker (degree in Social Work or equivalent).

  • Registered with Social Work England.

  • Proven experience in child protection, family court work, and care proceedings.

  • Strong assessment and analytical skills.

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage complex cases.

  • Excellent communication and report writing skills.

  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay of £40 per hour.

  • Supportive team environment with regular supervision and professional development.

  • Opportunities to work in a challenging but rewarding area of social work.

  • Flexible working arrangements to help maintain work-life balance.

Why choose Sheldon Phillips to find your next role? It's simple: we're not pushy or overly persistent. We understand that you want to be heard. Our priority is to proactively seek the roles you desire, not just the ones that benefit us financially. Our success comes from making your job search our top priority.

Interested in learning more about the Children and Families Support Worker role in the South West? Contact Jordan Peat at 01635 226350.

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