Locum Safeguarding Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker – Children’s Assessment Team

Location: North Tyneside Council

Contract Type: Locum / Temporary

Salary: £negotiable

Start Date: ASAP

Working Pattern: Flexible hours and hybrid working available

About the Role

North Tyneside Council is looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our busy and supportive Children’s Assessment Team. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident practitioner to play a vital role in ensuring timely, effective assessments that safeguard children and promote positive outcomes for families.

As a Senior Social Worker within the Assessment Team, you’ll manage a diverse caseload, undertaking robust assessments and contributing to child protection planning. You will work collaboratively with multi-agency partners and colleagues to deliver a high-quality, child-centred service that meets statutory responsibilities and reflects best practice.

Main Responsibilities

 
• Undertake and complete high-quality assessments of children and families in accordance with statutory requirements and local procedures.
   

• Identify risks, strengths, and support needs to inform appropriate plans and interventions.
   

• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-agency partners to develop and implement child-focused plans that achieve positive change.
   

• Prepare and present clear, evidence-based reports for child protection conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
   

• Ensure all interventions prioritise the safety, wellbeing, and voice of the child.
   

• Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and partner agencies as required.
   

• Support reflective supervision, mentoring, and the development of best practice within the team.
   

• Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with local policies and procedures.

Requirements

 
• Essential qualification: Degree in Social Work (DipSW, CQSW, CSS, or equivalent).
   

• Registration: Registered with Social Work England.
   

• Substantial post-qualifying experience within children’s social care, ideally in assessment or safeguarding teams.
   

• Strong knowledge of child protection legislation, statutory guidance, and social work best practice.
   

• Excellent assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills.
   

• Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a high standard of professional practice.
   

• Commitment to partnership working and a child-centred approach.

Why Join?

North Tyneside Council offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, with flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance. You’ll be part of a passionate and committed team that values professional development and is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.

Interested? Apply now to join North Tyneside Council’s Children’s Assessment Team as a Senior Social Worker and make a meaningful difference in your community.