Social Worker - Children in Care Team

Staffordshire County Council

Social Worker – Children in Care Team

Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Staffordshire County Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join its Children in Care Team.
You will work with looked after children and young people, ensuring they receive high-quality care, stability, and support to achieve positive outcomes.

This role involves close partnership working with foster carers, residential providers, and multi-agency professionals to ensure effective care planning and long-term permanence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of children in care.
  • Complete statutory visits, assessments, and reviews.
  • Develop and progress care and permanence plans.
  • Work closely with foster carers, residential settings, and partner agencies.
  • Prepare high-quality reports for reviews and court proceedings where required.
  • Undertake direct work with children and young people.
  • Support transitions into independence and adulthood.

Practice Model Used by Staffordshire

Staffordshire operates a Strengths-Based Practice Model, supported by Restorative Practice principles.
This approach focuses on:

  • Building strong relationships with children, families, and carers
  • Collaborative, solution-focused working
  • Clear and transparent risk assessment
  • Supporting positive change through restorative approaches
  • Reflective supervision and professional development
  • The model supports consistent, child-centred practice and positive outcomes.

Why Staffordshire Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Staffordshire offers a fantastic mix of countryside living and strong connectivity:

  • Access to beautiful outdoor areas including Cannock Chase.
  • Affordable housing and cost of living compared to many UK regions.
  • Friendly communities with great schools and local amenities.
  • Excellent links to Birmingham, Manchester, and across the Midlands.
  • A supportive local authority investing in staff development, wellbeing, and improved services.
  • It’s a great place to build both your career and your lifestyle.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to:
📧 dmitchell@sheldon-phillips.com

For more information, call:
📞 07561 805654