Job Description
High-Impact Opportunity - Children's Social Worker (Family Safeguarding)
Hertfordshire County Council | Stevenage | Up to £39 per hour (Umbrella)
Hertfordshire County Council is offering an excellent locum opportunity for an experienced Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join their Family Safeguarding Team in Stevenage.
This role is ideal for a confident frontline practitioner looking for strong hourly rates, manageable caseloads, and a supportive service that values good social work. You'll be joining a well-established Family Safeguarding model with clear structures, multi-disciplinary support, and realistic expectations - allowing you to focus on quality practice rather than firefighting.
The Role
* Manage a balanced mixed caseload of Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) cases (up to 18 cases)
* Complete robust statutory assessments to a high standard
* Prepare clear, well-evidenced reports for court and care proceedings
* Undertake purposeful direct work with children and families
* Work closely with partner agencies as part of an integrated Family Safeguarding approach
* Maintain accurate, timely and compliant case records
What You'll Need
* Qualified Social Worker with at least 3 years' post-qualified experience
* Proven experience in CIN, CP and court work
* Strong safeguarding expertise and confident decision-making
* Ability to produce high-quality written assessments and reports
* Excellent communication skills
* Car driver essential
Why Locums Choose Hertfordshire
* Up to £39 per hour (umbrella)
* Supportive managers with clear expectations
* Established Family Safeguarding teams with multi-disciplinary input
* Manageable caseloads that prioritise quality over volume
* Opportunity to make a real difference within a respected and stable local authority
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