Locum Social Worker - Intervention & Care Planning Team
Barnet Council | North London
Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity in a high-performing local authority?
Barnet Council is seeking a dedicated and skilled Social Worker to join its Intervention & Care Planning Team on a locum basis, offering a competitive rate of £38.50 per hour.
Why Barnet?
Barnet is one of London's largest and most diverse boroughs, combining vibrant urban communities with attractive suburban neighbourhoods and extensive green spaces. The borough offers an excellent quality of life with outstanding amenities, highly regarded schools, parks, shopping centres, and a strong sense of community.
Excellent Transport Links
Barnet is exceptionally well-connected, making it an attractive location for commuters:
Northern Line stations including High Barnet, Totteridge & Whetstone, Woodside Park and Finchley Central
Thameslink and National Rail services
Easy access to the M1, A1 and North Circular
Direct routes into Central London and surrounding Hertfordshire areas
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements available
About the Team
The Intervention & Care Planning Team works with children and families where longer-term intervention is required, undertaking assessments, care planning, child protection work, court proceedings and permanence planning.
Youll hold manageable caseloads and work within a supportive team environment led by experienced managers committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
Managing complex child protection and child in need cases
Completing assessments, care plans and statutory visits
Working with children subject to Child Protection Plans and Public Law Outline processes
Undertaking court work and care proceedings where required
Building strong relationships with children, families and partner agencies
Delivering high-quality, child-focused social work practice
What Were Looking For
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience in Childrens Services
Strong experience within Child Protection, Court Work and Care Planning
Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload
Excellent assessment, analytical and report-writing skills
Ofsted-Rated Childrens Services
Barnets Childrens Services were rated Good overall by Ofsted, with services for Children in Care judged Outstanding. Inspectors highlighted the boroughs _strong and effective services_, knowledgeable and committed staff, and stable leadership team, making Barnet an excellent authority in which to develop and practice social work.
Benefits
Competitive rate of up to £38.50 per hour
Hybrid working opportunities
Supportive management and stable leadership
Well-established service with strong practice standards
Excellent transport links across London and the South East
Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Childrens Services department
Apply today to join a forward-thinking local authority committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and families.
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