Job Details
Reference Number: PEO-002684
Salary: SW Level 3 SP30-37 £43,680 - £51,138
Advert closing date: 19/06/2026
Department: People
Location: Thomas Hardy House
Contract type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Job Summary
Enfield’s Integrated Family Help Service is recruiting experienced social work practitioners at level 3 or above to support children and families in need. The role delivers early and child‑protection interventions across generic family help teams, the pre‑birth/newborn team, and advanced positions. You will work with a varied caseload to empower parents and carers, prevent family breakdown, and improve outcomes for children.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess, plan and review interventions for families and children using a strength‑based approach.
* Provide coordinated support alongside advanced social work practitioners, social work practitioners, and family help practitioners.
* Manage case loads and mentor or line‑manage junior family help practitioners where required.
* Contribute to the development of the integrated family help teams and support the new multi‑agency child protection team (MACPT).
* Deliver professional development and best‑practice training to staff.
Qualifications and Experience
* Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
* Evidence of experience applying a strength‑based approach and coordinating interventions for children and families.
* Experience with early help, child protection, and community‑based services.
* Ability to manage a varied caseload and demonstrate leadership for advanced roles.
Benefits
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) pension.
* Annual leave up to 32 days plus eight public holidays and an extra day off at Christmas.
* Blended remote and office‑based work arrangements.
* Interest‑free season ticket loan repayable over 3–10 months.
* Career development and training opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support.
* Health and leisure discounts and tax‑free bike scheme.
* One month paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers in Children’s Social Care.
Additional Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Enfield Council values professional curiosity, accountability, and innovation. If you are interested in flexible working arrangements, please let us know.
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