Locum Child Protection Qualified Social Worker

Qualified Social Worker – Children’s Services (Royal Borough of Greenwich)

Job Overview

We are recruiting a Qualified Social Worker into Children’s Services at the Royal Borough of Greenwich. The role involves delivering statutory social work to children and families, including support during care proceedings and planning for permanency. You will practice within a systemic framework informed by compassionate, restorative approaches, with dedicated support structures in place. The role is based in Southeast London, in a borough known for its strong safeguarding culture, inclusive values, and professional development opportunities. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Key Responsibilities

Support children through care proceedings and permanency arrangements, working closely with a dedicated Court Progression Manager and Family Finder. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} Apply a systemic and compassion-informed approach in everyday practice. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} Manage a manageable caseload while ensuring professional standards and effective intervention. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} Engage with professional Educators, clinical facilitators, and the Practice Academy for supervision, development, and reflective practice. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} Work in small, well-supported teams with accessible leadership and quality training. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

About You

You are a qualified and registered social worker committed to safeguarding and positive outcomes for children. You are confident working in a systemic, compassionate, and reflective practice environment. You value ongoing professional development and benefit from structured support, supervision, and peer learning. You work effectively within a team and are aligned with inclusive, corporate parenting values.

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} Experience working in statutory Children’s Social Care, particularly with care proceedings and permanency planning. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} Competency in systemic practice approaches and multi-disciplinary collaboration. Commitment to reflective practice and continuous learning via structured support systems.

Contract & Salary

Permanent role within Royal Greenwich’s Children’s Services. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} Salary range: up to £53,607 per annum for experienced levels. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9} Hybrid working arrangements available, with strong IT support and flexible setup. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

How to Apply

If you are a qualified social worker passionate about delivering systemic, reflective care for children in Greenwich, we encourage your application. Please apply using the form on the page.