Senior Social Worker - Children & Young People

Senior Social Worker | South Ipswich Locality * Location: Beacon House, Ipswich (Covering Ipswich to Felixstowe) * Pay Rate: Up to £42.50 per hour * Team: South Social Care Fieldwork The Role and Responsibilities * Conducting comprehensive Social Work Assessments under Section 17 and Section 47. * Leading and managing Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) planning. * Driving positive outcomes for children and families across the Ipswich and Felixstowe areas. * Navigating complex family dynamics with senior-level analytical and report-writing skills. Work-Life Balance and Team Structure * Flexible Working: Condensed hours over 4 days are accepted. * Hybrid Model: 3 days per week office-based at Beacon House, providing a mix of collaboration and autonomy. * Caseloads: Manageable average of 25–30 children. * Geography: Primarily covering the South Ipswich locality and surrounding coastal towns. Requirements * Qualified Social Worker with valid professional registration. * Proven experience in statutory children’s services (CIN/CP/Assessments). * Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced fieldwork environment. * Mandatory: A completed DfE cover sheet must be attached to your application. Why SW Locums? * Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement. * Fast-tracked and smooth onboarding process. * £500 Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring successful candidates to our network