Senior Social Worker - Child Protection / Child in Need (CP/CIN)
📍 Multiple Locations Across Suffolk
💰 Competitive Locum Rates (Umbrella)
🏢 Suffolk County Council
🕒 Hybrid Working - 3 days office-based | Condensed hours over 4 days considered
Suffolk County Council is currently recruiting experienced Senior Qualified Social Workers (QSWs) to join their Child Protection (CP) / Child in Need (CIN) teams across multiple localities.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive Local Authority offering flexible working arrangements and a choice of teams with varying caseload levels.
Available Teams & Caseloads
Coastal North Social Care Team - Average caseload: 25
Ipswich Locality Team - Average caseload: 25-30
Forest Heath Social Care Team - Average caseload: 30
Haverhill Social Care Team - Average caseload: 30
Stowmarket Team - Average caseload: 40
Key Responsibilities
Completing Child & Family Assessments
Managing Child in Need (CIN) plans and reviews
Chairing and attending CIN meetings
Undertaking Child Protection work
Writing Section 7 reports
Working closely with multi-agency professionals
Ensuring accurate and timely case recording
Working Pattern
3 days per week in the office
Hybrid working model
Condensed hours over 4 days considered
Essential Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with 3+ years PQE in UK Local Authorities
Social Work England registration
Strong experience in Child Protection and Child in Need
Experience completing assessments and court-related reports (Section 7)
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy
DBS paid for
Excellent referral bonus scheme
"Find your own job" bonus
Twice weekly payroll
Dedicated consultant supportIf this role is of interest, please apply with your updated CV or contact:
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