Senior Social Worker – Children’s ServicesLocation: Woking, SurreyContract Type: TemporaryRate of Pay: Up to £42 per hourAbout the Role:Myn is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join our long-term partner in Surrey, working within the Children’s Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and skilled professional to provide relationship-based social work that makes a real difference to children, young people, and their families.You’ll be instrumental in helping families navigate complex situations, conducting assessments, and developing effective care plans. With opportunities to shape practice standards and collaborate across services, this role is perfect for someone looking to take their social work career to the next level.Key Responsibilities:- Deliver high-quality relationship-based social work to children and families under Surrey’s Safeguarding Children Board’s Family Resilience framework.- Assess children and families holistically, identifying risks and strengths to develop SMART plans.- Work with children subject to child protection plans, children in need, and looked-after children, ensuring their voices inform their care.- Collaborate with partners in education, health, housing, and the voluntary sector to achieve positive outcomes.- Undertake child protection investigations and manage cases through legal and care proceedings.- Provide reflective supervision and mentorship to less experienced team members.- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, assessments, and reports.- Ensure compliance with statutory guidance, legal obligations, and local policies.What We’re Looking For:Qualifications:- Professional social work qualification (CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).- Registered with Social Work England (SWE).Experience:- Substantial experience in statutory social work settings, including child protection, family safeguarding, or looked-after children teams.- Demonstrated success in working with children and young people to improve outcomes.Skills and Knowledge:- Up-to-date knowledge of UK child care law, statutory guidance, and safeguarding practices.- Strong ability to conduct assessments and develop outcome-focused care plans.- Skilled in motivational interviewing and other evidence-based interventions.- Excellent communication, both written and verbal, to engage families and produce clear reports.- Strong partnership working skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across agencies.- Proficiency in IT systems and record-keeping.Additional Requirements:- A valid DBS clearance.- Willingness and ability to travel across Surrey as required.- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to meet service needs.Why Join Us?- Competitive pay of up to £42 per hour.- Opportunity to work in a high-performing team with a supportive and collaborative culture.- Access to training and professional development, including reflective practice sessions.- Make a genuine impact on children’s lives while advancing your career.Apply Now:If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role where you’ll have the opportunity to shape children’s futures, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to achieving the best outcomes for families in Surrey!

Senior Social Worker - Children’s Services - Woking - £42

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