Social Worker - Children in Care | Suffolk

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: LocumAbout 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 childrenEssential 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 livesBenefits 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 paymentsApply 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 @(url removed)
📞 (phone number removed)

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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