About the RoleSuffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Parenting Together South / Children in Care Team on a temporary basis.
This is an opportunity to work with children in care and young people preparing for adulthood, supporting them throughout their care journey and into leaving care services.
The role focuses on achieving positive outcomes for young people by promoting stability, independence and long-term success.
Location: Beacon House, Landmark Business Park, White House Road, Ipswich, IP1 5PBRate: Up to £40.
50 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: TemporaryOffice Requirement: 2 days per week, with increased office attendance during the initial onboarding and induction periodKey ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of Children in Care and young people preparing to leave careBuild strong, meaningful relationships with children, young people and their familiesComplete assessments, care planning and statutory visitsSupport pathway planning and preparation for independenceWork closely with partner agencies to ensure coordinated supportPromote positive outcomes in education, training, employment and accommodationSupport younger or less experienced colleagues and contribute to good practice within the teamEnsure safeguarding responsibilities are met and risks are appropriately managedMaintain accurate and timely case recording and reportingAbout YouHold a recognised Social Work qualificationBe registered with Social Work EnglandHave a minimum of two years' post-qualified experience within Children's ServicesHave experience working with Children in Care, Leaving Care or similar statutory teamsDemonstrate strong knowledge of safeguarding, care planning and statutory responsibilitiesBe confident managing complex cases and working with multi-agency partnersHave experience supporting positive outcomes for vulnerable children and young peoplePossess strong assessment, communication and relationship-building skillsIf you are an experienced Senior Social Worker looking for your next contract opportunity with a well-established local authority, we would like to hear from you.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
A DBS check may be applicable for this role, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.