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Darlington, County Durham Employment Type Locum Band Qualified & Experienced Work Pattern (FT/PT) Full time Required Certifications SWE Date posted 4 weeks ago
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Join Darlington Borough Council’s Children’s Services as a Senior Social Worker, playing a key role in delivering high-quality safeguarding and support to vulnerable children and families.
Manage a complex caseload including child protection, court work, and looked-after children, ensuring timely and effective interventions in line with statutory duties under the Children Act 1989.
Provide mentorship, advice, and professional leadership to junior colleagues, promoting reflective practice and consistent standards across the team.
Use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to engage children and families, putting the child’s voice at the centre of all decision-making.
Collaborate with multi-agency professionals in education, health, and community services to deliver coordinated and holistic support.
Benefit from Darlington’s supportive working environment, including regular supervision, CPD opportunities, flexible working, and clear career progression pathways.
