Senior Social Worker

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Shrewsbury
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Social Care
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SKILLS

Child in Need (CIN) Child Protection (CP) Pre-Proceedings (PLO) Court Proceedings Statutory Home Visits Court Reports Social Work England Registration Case Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Social Worker

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Case Management Team on a 3-month temporary contract. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to support children and families at key stages of intervention.

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  • Contract: 3 months initially
  • Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office
  • Pay Rate: Up to £30.57 per hour (umbrella)

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex caseload of children and families under Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), Pre‑Proceedings (PLO) and court proceedings
  • Undertake statutory home visits and direct work with children and families
  • Attend and contribute to core group meetings, strategy discussions and multi‑agency forums
  • Prepare high‑quality court reports and maintain accurate case records
  • Work in line with statutory guidance, local policies and best practice standards

Essential Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
  • Significant experience working with CIN, CP, PLO and court work
  • Strong assessment, report writing and case management skills
  • Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within a team

If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.

Apply today.

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