2 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose To provide high-quality, child-centred social work to improve outcomes for Children We Look After. The role involves leading on complex casework, promoting stability and permanency, and ensuring that all statutory responsibilities are met. The Senior Social Worker plays a key role in safeguarding, care planning, and supporting children and young people to thrive, while also providing guidance and support to less experienced colleagues. Key Responsibilities/Duties Manage a caseload of looked-after children with complex needs, ensuring effective care planning and regular reviews. Undertake statutory visits and assessments, ensuring the child's voice and best interests are central to all decision-making. Prepare high-quality court statements, reports, and assessments for Looked After Children Reviews, Permanency Panels, and Care Proceedings. Work in close partnership with families, carers, education, health, and other professionals to deliver integrated services. Develop and implement effective Pathway Plans for young people transitioning to independence and adulthood. Promote and support permanency options including reunification, long-term fostering, special guardianship, and adoption. Act as a mentor and role model for junior staff, offering guidance, support, and reflective supervision as required. Participate in team development activities and contribute to service improvement initiatives. Essential Experience Required Qualified and registered Social Worker with extensive post-qualification experience in Children’s Services, particularly with Children We Look After. Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Children Act 1989, Care Planning Regulations, and Leaving Care frameworks. Proven ability to manage complex cases, undertake risk assessments, and develop effective care and permanency plans. Experience working within a multi-agency context, advocating for children’s needs across education, health, and legal systems. Skilled in building and maintaining positive, trusting relationships with children and young people, even in challenging circumstances. Essential Qualifications Required Relevant qualification in field of work Additional Information To Note Enhanced DBS is Required for This Role This Role is 37 Working Hours Per Week