Overview
Neway International are seeking a QSW – Social Worker (MASH / R&A / CP / FP – CSW3) to join our client based with London Borough of Bexley.
Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT
Hours: 36 hours per week
Start Date: 02 March 2026
Pay Rates: PAYE: £27.31 per hour Umbrella/Ltd: £37.19 per hour
About the Client
London Borough of Bexley’s Children’s Social Care & Safeguarding service provides statutory support to children, young people and families across the borough. The service includes MASH, Referral & Assessment, Family Protection and Child Protection teams, working collaboratively to ensure timely safeguarding responses, robust assessments and effective interventions that promote safety, stability and positive outcomes.
The Role
The Social Worker (CSW3) will work across MASH, Referral & Assessment, Child Protection and Family Protection pathways, undertaking statutory duties in line with legislation, national guidance and local policy. The postholder will manage a varied caseload, complete high‑quality assessments, contribute to multi‑agency safeguarding activity and deliver effective plans that support children and families through early intervention, child in need, child protection and court processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake statutory social work tasks across MASH, R&A, CP and FP pathways
* Complete high‑quality assessments, including Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries
* Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring timely progression and robust risk management
* Contribute to MASH decision‑making and multi‑agency information sharing
* Develop and implement child‑centred plans that promote safety and wellbeing
* Prepare clear, evidence‑based reports for Child Protection Conferences, Legal Planning Meetings and Court
* Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children and support families
* Participate in duty systems as required
* Maintain accurate, timely case records in line with statutory and local requirements
* Ensure practice aligns with legislation, Working Together guidance and Bexley’s safeguarding procedures
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
* Experience working within MASH, Referral & Assessment, Child Protection or Family Protection
* Strong assessment, analysis and risk‑management skills
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multi‑agency safeguarding environment
* Experience managing complex caseloads and delivering statutory interventions
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Commitment to high‑quality, child‑centred practice
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