Senior Social Worker Job at Buckinghamshire Council (Buckinghamshire County Wide)

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Parenting Assessor - Senior Social Worker

We are looking for an expert social worker to take on the non-case holding role ...

Location

United Kingdom , Bracknell

Salary:

49918.00 - 53048.00 GBP / Year

Bracknell Forest Council

Expiration Date

January 18, 2026

Requirements

Senior Social Worker
At least three years post-qualifying experience within children’s social care
Extensive experience in complex child protection cases, care planning and legal proceedings
Social Work England registered
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework
Candidates currently residing in the UK

Job Responsibility

Develop and deliver safeguarding plans that place children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre
Manage a varied caseload (CIN, CP, Care Proceedings, CLA) while maintaining accurate records in line with policy and GDPR
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to service development and supporting colleagues
Participate in the team duty system, responding promptly to safeguarding concerns
Access regular reflective supervision, training, and professional development opportunities to strengthen practice and achieve positive outcomes for children and families

What we offer

28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days
Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance
Paid employee volunteering scheme
Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility)
Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription/registration
Reimbursement of Social Work England registration
Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits
Career development through internal and external training opportunities
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave

Fulltime

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Senior Social Worker

We are seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker with a strong background in s...

Location

United Kingdom , Bracknell

Salary:

49918.00 - 53048.00 GBP / Year

Bracknell Forest Council

Expiration Date

January 11, 2026

Requirements

Current Social Work England registration
Substantial post-qualification experience in statutory children’s social care, including children and family social work, covering areas such as child protection and children in need
Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, policies and thresholds
Strong assessment and analytical skills
Experience of working in partnership with children and their families, and other professionals, to produce needs-led plans
Ability to work both independently and effectively as part of a team
Experience of working with children with disabilities and complex needs is desirable but not essential
Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework
Candidates must currently reside in the UK

Job Responsibility

Hold a caseload and provide assessment, care planning, intervention and family support
Promote listening to children at every opportunity, ensuring their views are heard, recorded and acted upon
Ensure life journey work is completed with children and young people
Assess and identify the needs of children and families referred and negotiate delivery of services
Work alongside partner agencies e.g., voluntary and statutory and within the context of the care plan
Develop and maintain accurate case records and comply with the department's policies, procedures and guidelines
Participate in regular reflective supervision and be able to set clear goals and intervention strategies
Support and mentor less experienced colleagues including newly qualified Social Workers, Family workers and Social Work Students

What we offer

One-off Welcome Payment of £7,000
Retention Payment of 4% of Annual Salary after 2 years
28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days
Paid employee volunteering scheme
Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Reimbursement of Social Work England registration
Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA
Career development through internal and external training opportunities
Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave

Fulltime

Children and Families Senior Social Worker/ Social Worker

We are currently recruiting for Social Workers and Senior Social Workers in all ...

Location

United Kingdom , Gloucester, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Cirencester and Forest of Dean

Salary:

39152.00 - 47181.00 GBP / Year

Gloucestershire County Council

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Social Work England/ Wales registration
a recognised qualification in Social Work
to have passed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) (if you qualified after 2012)
a full driving licence and willingness to drive
DBS clearance

Job Responsibility

delivering a first-class service to ensure the best outcomes for the children and young people of Gloucestershire
building positive relationships with colleagues within the service and partner agencies
provide support and protection for children and young people in need and at risk

What we offer

welcome payment of £4,000*
annual retention payment of £2,000*
up to £8,000 relocation package*
flexible and agile working opportunities
25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
an option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family
supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone

Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker - Safe and Supported Team. We're currently seeking a Senior...

Location

United Kingdom , North Tyneside

Salary:

31.70 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 08, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with proven experience in children's services
Social Work England registration is essential
An enhanced DBS check will be required
BA in social work

Job Responsibility

Managing a complex caseload of children and families requiring safeguarding and support, ensuring all interventions are child-centred and outcome-focused
Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify risks, needs, and strengths, and developing robust care plans
Leading and participating in multi-agency meetings, working collaboratively with other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children
Providing expert advice and guidance to less experienced colleagues, contributing to their professional development
Preparing and presenting clear, concise reports for various purposes, including court proceedings and child protection conferences
Undertaking direct work with children and families, building trusting relationships and empowering them to make positive changes
Responding effectively to crisis situations, ensuring the immediate safety and well-being of children
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in line with statutory requirements and local policies
Contributing to the continuous improvement of team practices and service delivery

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Senior Social Worker - Mainstream Fostering

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and famili...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45091.00 - 51356.00 GBP / Year

Birmingham Children's Trust

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A degree in Social Work and you must have completed your ASYE
Registration with Social Work England (SWE)
Experience working with children and families in a social work setting
Strong assessment and analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently
Must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham
Have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to assess needs, develop care plans, and provide ongoing support
Develop robust partnerships with other teams and outside agencies
to include the police, health, schools and voluntary organisations

What we offer

We pay your Social Work England registration fee
We pay your DBS application fee and reimburse your update service fee
A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service
Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley)
We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use
Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more
Flexible and hybrid working policy
You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme
Discounted gym memberships with Pure Gym and Nuffield Health

Fulltime

Senior Social Worker

Newcastle Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Social Worker to...

Location

United Kingdom , Newcastle upon Tyne

Salary:

31.74 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 08, 2026

Requirements

A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g., Diploma in Social Work, BA/MA in Social Work)
Registration with Social Work England
Significant post-qualification experience in statutory child protection, court work, and case management
Proven ability to work autonomously and manage a demanding caseload
Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills
A commitment to trauma-informed practice and child welfare

Job Responsibility

Manage a complex and diverse caseload of children and families
Conduct comprehensive risk and parenting assessments and develop effective care plans
Prepare high-quality, evidence-based reports for court proceedings
Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced social workers within the team
Collaborate with multi-agency partners to ensure the best outcomes for children
Lead and participate in team meetings and professional development sessions

Senior Supervising Social Worker

Senior Supervising Social Worker - Small independent fostering agency - North Wa...

Location

United Kingdom , Flint

Salary:

37000.00 - 42000.00 GBP / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

January 03, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with SWE or Social Care Wales registration (support provided if transferring registration)
2 years plus experience in a childrens social work setting IFA, Local Authority or NHS
Open to experience within Fostering, Adoption, Looked After Children, or Children in Our Care within local authority or IFA
Open to candidates a CAMHS Therapeutic background
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Care Planning, and multi-agency working
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

Job Responsibility

Supervise and support a caseload of around 12 foster carers, providing monthly supervision and regular visits
Undertake safeguarding, risk assessments, and care planning in line with the organisations policies and Social Care Wales standards
Attend reviews, meetings, and respond to crises when required
Contribute to foster carer annual reviews and present reports to panel as needed
Co-lead carer training sessions alongside the Deputy Manager (training lead)
Sit on fostering panels periodically (typically Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm)
Build and maintain strong partnerships with local authorities and multi-agency professionals
Uphold the organisations values, ensuring all work reflects a child-centred, safe, and nurturing approach

What we offer

Flexible hybrid working - work from home Mondays and Fridays
Manage your own diary with autonomy and trust
Strong team culture with approachable, experienced leadership
Mileage paid at £0.45p per mile during working hours
Regular carer activities and support events - walk and talks, holiday activities, pantos, and more
Access to ongoing training and development opportunities

Fulltime

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Senior Support Worker

Wellington Support is part of National Care Group. We have a BRAND-NEW purpose b...

Location

United Kingdom , Moulton, Northampton; Kidderminster

Salary:

24784.00 GBP / Year ▼

National Care Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Supporting adults with learning disabilities
Have a minimum of a Level 3 NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care or working towards this
Able to motivate and manage a team
Full UK Driving Licence

Job Responsibility

Assist in the senior management to assess peoples support needs
Work with people we support to initiate and develop new ideas and methods regarding the quality of service

What we offer

Opportunity to develop a career
Paid training and opportunity to gain recognised qualifications
Inclusive culture
Environment of wellbeing with support to stay healthy and happy
Refer a Friend scheme rewards
Access to Wagestream app for greater control over finances

Fulltime

Senior Social Worker

Buckinghamshire Council

Location:
United Kingdom , Buckinghamshire County Wide

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 29, 2025

Expiration:
January 04, 2026

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