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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