Exciting Locum Opportunity: Child & Family Help Social Worker in Kingston & Richmond
Make a lasting impact on children and families in London with this rewarding hybrid locum role supporting Achieving for Children!
Key Role Details
Location: Kingston Upon Thames and Richmond (Hybrid working available)
Employer: Achieving for Children
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time, Locum role
Hours: 37.00 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Pay Rate: 37.52 per hour
About the Role
As a Child and Family Help Social Worker (Scale point: 29-32), you will manage an agreed caseload supporting children, young people, and families who need targeted early help and specialist interventions. Working collaboratively within a mixed-discipline team, you will undertake needs assessments, lead child-focused direct work, and formulate care plans to prevent the escalation of statutory child protection concerns.
You will benefit from reflective supervision using the Signs of Safety framework, agile working technology, and a supportive team environment dedicated to achieving positive outcomes.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Qualifications: Degree-level education with a relevant professional social work qualification (including successful completion of ASYE or equivalent family-focused experience), plus active Social Work England registration.
Experience: Proven background in managing a caseload, undertaking assessments, safety and contingency planning, and working effectively with multi-agency stakeholders.
Skills: Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills with a solid knowledge of statutory legislation and national policy drivers affecting children's services.
Attributes: Passionate about trust, value, and respect, with the drive and creativity to help children live safe, happy, and successful lives.
Why Choose SW Locums?
Partnering with SW Locums means working with an agency that genuinely values your dedication and expertise. We offer dedicated support, reliable weekly payments, and exciting career opportunities tailored to your professional goals in social work.
Referral Bonus
Know a great social worker? Earn 500 per successful referral when you recommend a friend or colleague to this role (terms and conditions apply).
Are you ready to take the next step in your social work career with this fantastic hybrid opportunity?
