We are seeking passionate and skilled Children’s Social Workers to join our frontline and corporate parenting services. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the safety, stability, and long-term outcomes of children, young people, and families. Whether working within Child Protection, Children in Need, or Children in Care, you will play a vital role in assessing risk, building relationships, coordinating multi-agency support, and ensuring every child’s voice is heard. You will be supported by experienced managers, reflective supervision, a strong team culture, and a commitment to high-quality, child-centred practice. Key Responsibilities Complete statutory assessments under the Children Act 1989/2004, including Child in Need, Section 47 enquiries, and ongoing safeguarding work. Manage a diverse caseload of children in need of protection, support, or long-term care. Build meaningful, trusting relationships with children, young people, and families to understand their experiences and promote positive change. Lead and participate in multi-agency meetings such as strategy discussions, ICPCs, core groups, LAC reviews, and planning meetings. Develop and implement outcome-focused plans that ensure children’s safety, stability, and wellbeing. Work closely with foster carers, residential homes, schools, health, police, and voluntary services. Prepare clear, accurate case records, assessments, and court-ready reports within required timescales. Promote stability and permanency for children in care, including contributing to care planning, life-story work, and pathway planning for care leavers. Advocate for children’s rights and ensure their voice is central in all decision-making. Participate in supervision and contribute to a supportive, reflective team culture. About You Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration. Strong understanding of safeguarding thresholds, risk assessment, and statutory responsibilities in children’s services. Skilled at building rapport with children and families, even in challenging situations. Confident managing complex caseloads and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners. Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills. Committed to trauma-informed, relationship-based, and strengths-focused practice. Compassionate, resilient, and dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. Why work with We do Social Work? New ‘Faster Pay’ service getting you paid more quickly Twice weekly payroll Free DBS and compliance service Your own dedicated friendly consultant with extensive social work knowledge Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK Refer a friend “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £250 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place* “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us* We Do Social Work is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes