Neway International has a vacancy for a Social Worker – Children & Families – DfE (Hybrid) to join our client-based role with Central Bedfordshire Council.
Start Date: 01 December 2025
Duration: 12 Weeks (likely to be extended)
Hours per Week: 37
Location: Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Shefford, Central Bedfordshire, SG17 5TQ, United Kingdom
Work Pattern: Hybrid – office and remote working
Pay Rates
* PAYE: £29.28 per hour
* Limited/Umbrella: £38.16 per hour
About the Role
Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking a Social Worker – Children & Families to join the Children and Families directorate. This temporary role has been created to cover a vacancy where recruitment has been unsuccessful. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing care proceedings, supporting children in care, and ensuring permanence is achieved in a timely way.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage care proceedings to achieve permanence for children.
* Undertake assessments and provide clear, evidence‑based reports.
* Form positive working relationships with families, partner agencies, and legal professionals.
* Attend Court and complete care proceedings effectively.
* Support children in care to reach their full potential.
* Visit children, attend Child in Care Reviews and education meetings.
* Advocate for children and young people across all areas of their care plan or pathway plan.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a qualified and experienced social worker who can demonstrate:
* Excellent assessment and communication skills.
* Strong organisational ability in a fast‑paced environment.
* Experience in Court proceedings and care case management.
* Ability to build positive relationships with families and professionals.
* Commitment to supporting children in care to achieve their potential.
* Flexibility to work in a hybrid pattern (office and remote).
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