Social Worker - Children in Care | Suffolk County Council | £37-£39 per hour (Umbrella) | Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity? Suffolk County Council is seeking a skilled and passionate Social Worker to join their Children in Care Team based in Ipswich.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive local authority, making a real difference to the lives of children in care while benefiting from a competitive pay rate and flexible hybrid working.

Key Details

• Job Title: Social Worker - Children in Care
• Location: Beacon House, White House Rd, Ipswich, IP1 5PB
• Pay Rate: £37 - £39 per hour (Umbrella)
• Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in the office)
• Contract Type: Locum

About the Role

As a Social Worker within the Children in Care Team, you will hold a varied caseload of children subject to care proceedings, long-term care, and permanence planning. You will play a key role in ensuring positive outcomes for children by delivering high-quality, child-centred social work practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children in care, including those in care proceedings and long-term placements
• Undertake direct work with children, capturing their wishes, feelings, and lived experiences
• Complete life story work and produce life story books
• Develop, review, and update care plans in line with statutory requirements
• Prepare and present high-quality reports for Children in Care reviews and court proceedings
• Work collaboratively with carers, families, and multi-agency professionals including IROs, Guardians, Health, and Education
• Participate in permanence planning to achieve the best outcomes for children

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years post-qualified experience within a UK Local Authority
• Social Work England (SWE) registration
• Proven experience within Children in Care / Looked After Children teams
• Strong experience of court work and report writing
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential due to rural visits)

Why Join Suffolk County Council?

• Competitive pay rates up to £39 per hour
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children's lives

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy

• DBS check paid
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Referral bonus for successful recommendations
• "Find your own job" bonus scheme
• Twice weekly payroll for fast and reliable payments

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Children in Care Social Worker ready for your next contract, apply today with your updated CV or contact:

m.rabari @edenbrownsynergy.com

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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