3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • The Level 3 Social Worker will join the Isle of Wight Council’s Children’s Services team to provide high-quality social work practice, supporting children, young people and families through assessment, safeguarding and care planning. • The role involves managing a varied and complex caseload, working within statutory frameworks, and collaborating with multi-agency partners to ensure the safety, wellbeing and long-term outcomes of children in need of support or protection. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Carry out statutory social work tasks including assessments, support plans, safeguarding interventions and reviews in line with legislation and local procedures. • Manage a caseload of complex cases, ensuring timely, evidence-based decision-making. • Undertake Section 17 and Section 47 assessments and contribute to child protection enquiries. • Prepare high-quality reports for court, child protection conferences, statutory reviews and multi-agency meetings. • Work collaboratively with families, carers, partner agencies and internal teams to deliver effective, child-focused interventions. • Maintain accurate and detailed case records in accordance with professional standards, safeguarding requirements and audit expectations. • Use professional judgement to identify risk, escalate concerns and develop safety plans where required. • Participate in team meetings, supervision and reflective practice sessions. • Promote the welfare, rights and voice of children and young people in all practice. • Adhere to Council policies, statutory guidance, codes of conduct and the Social Work England professional standards. Skills/Experience: • Proven experience of working within Children’s Services, including safeguarding and statutory casework. • Strong assessment, report-writing and analytical skills. • Ability to manage a demanding and complex caseload effectively. • Sound understanding of relevant legislation (Children Act 1989/2004, Working Together 2023, Care Planning Regulations, etc.). • Confident working with multi-agency partners and delivering child-centred practice. • Ability to engage and build relationships with children, families and professionals. • High level of accuracy in case recording and documentation. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. • Ability to use case management systems and digital platforms effectively. Additional Information: • The closing date: 27/11/2025. • This is a temporary assignment for 12 weeks, working 37 hours per week, based at County Hall in Newport. • Qualified social worker (Social Work Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent). • Registration with Social Work England (current and valid).