Children Services Experienced / Senior Social Worker - Level 3 (PO3)
London Borough of Lambeth
Role
Who You Are
You are a dedicated and experienced social worker passionate about implementing positive change in complex cases involving children, families, and carers. Your professional background in children's social work, combined with your empathy, compassion, and authoritative approach, enables you to handle complex and challenging situations effectively.
What the Job Involves
The role involves undertaking comprehensive assessments, care planning, and interventions using systemic social work methods. You will lead and oversee professional judgements within the relevant legal frameworks and collaborate with partner agencies to ensure children's safety and well-being. Responsibilities include managing a diverse caseload, developing support plans, carrying out safeguarding enquiries, preparing court applications, and contributing to service development through specialist knowledge or mentoring roles.
Skills
- Up-to-date knowledge of children’s legislation and social work theories
- Experience managing complex and challenging cases
- Professional qualification in social work (registered with HCPC)
- Strong assessment and care planning skills
- Proficiency in building inter-agency relationships
- Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively