Children's SW - Locality Team

Derbyshire County Council; South Normanton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in South Normanton is seeking a dedicated Children's Social Worker to join its Locality Team. The role involves assessing children and families' needs, working collaboratively with care teams, and ensuring compliance with statutory duties. The ideal candidate will contribute to promoting welfare and safeguarding children, making a positive impact on their lives. Competitive salary and supportive environment offered.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
• Ability to conduct assessments of children and families.
• Strong collaboration skills with multi-agency teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify family needs.
• Work with families to provide necessary support.
• Maintain accurate case records.

Skills

Safeguarding

Assessment

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

• Children's Social Worker – Locality Team, Derbyshire

  Join our dedicated Locality Team in Derbyshire as a Children's Social Worker, where you will play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families in our community. We are seeking a passionate and skilled individual who is committed to making a difference in the lives of children and young people. In this position, you will work collaboratively with families, ensuring that their needs are met while providing support and guidance to help them thrive.

  • Conducting assessments of children and families to identify their needs and develop appropriate support plans.
  • Working closely with multi‑agency teams to ensure coordinated service delivery and effective interventions.
  • Carrying out statutory duties, including child protection investigations and court proceedings.
  • Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date case records in compliance with local authority policies.
  • Providing support and guidance to foster carers and adoptive families.

• Team Manager – Locality Team, Derbyshire

  Location: Derbyshire | Pay Rate: Up to £45 per hour

  Derbyshire Council is currently seeking an experienced Team Manager to join their Locality Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social work professional to lead and support a team delivering high‑quality services to children and families. The role involves overseeing case management, ensuring statutory duties are met, and supporting staff to achieve positive outcomes for service users.

  • Provide leadership, supervision, and support to a team of social workers.
  • Oversee assessments, care planning, and interventions within the Locality Team.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and best practice standards.
  • Work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners, stakeholders and senior management.

• Qualified Social Worker (QSW) – Amber Valley Locality, Derbyshire

  This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families within our community.

  • Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
  • Developing and implementing tailored care plans in collaboration with families and professionals.
  • Managing a caseload effectively, ensuring timely interventions.

• Fostering Team Manager – Derbyshire (3‑Month Contract)

  Added 19/12/2025

  Are you a dedicated and experienced social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families? Join our team as a Fostering Team Manager in Derbyshire, where you will lead a passionate group of professionals committed to providing high‑quality care and support to children in foster care.

  • Managing the Fostering Team with the support of three Practice Supervisors.
  • Overseeing and quality‑assuring work and assessments.
  • Providing supervision to Practice Supervisors.
  • Supporting service development and reporting directly to the Head of Service.

• Social Worker – Adoption & Permanence Team, Amber Valley, Derbyshire

  Job Title: Social Worker – Adoption & Permanence Team | Location: Amber Valley, Derbyshire S45 9JB | Salary: £35 PH

  Derbyshire County Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Children’s Adoption & Permanence Team in the Amber Valley locality.

  • Play a pivotal part in ensuring that children who are …

• Qualified Social Worker (QSW) – Adult Social Care Team, Derbyshire

  We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate QSW to join our Adult Social Care team in Derbyshire.

  • Conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals’ needs, risks, and strengths.
  • Developing and implementing person‑centred care plans.
  • Providing ongoing support, monitoring progress, and reviewing outcomes.

• Adult Social Worker – South Adult Social Work Team, Swadlincote

  Derbyshire County Council is seeking an experienced Adult Social Worker to join its South Adult Social Work Team, based in Swadlincote.

  • Undertake Care Act (2014) assessments and reviews, face‑to‑face and via telephone.
  • Working with adults and carers to achieve person‑centred, strength‑based outcomes.
  • High level of autonomy, accountability, and timely, accurate case recording.

• Experience Required – Foster Team Manager

  Role Overview: Managing the Fostering Team with the support of 3 Practice Supervisors.

  • Deliver mainstream fostering support across North and South.
  • Assessment & Training – Providing supervision to Practice Supervisors.
  • Quality assurance and HR procedures.
  • Reporting directly to the Head of Service.

• Qualified Social Worker – Children in Care Team, Derbyshire

  About the Role: Deliver high‑quality child‑centred practice.

  • Manage a manageable caseload, build relationships with children and carers.
  • Contribute to care planning that promotes positive outcomes.
  • Work collaboratively with children, families, and carers to create effective care plans.
  • Conduct thorough assessments and write detailed reports.

• Qualified Social Worker – Short‑Term Assessment & Reablement Team, Derbyshire

  Location: Floor County Hall, Derbyshire Dales South P&P Team | Pay Rate: £33–£34 per hour.

  • Undertake Care Act assessments and develop person‑centred care plans.
  • Manage safeguarding enquiries and contribute to MARM processes.
  • Complete Mental Capacity Assessments (MCA) and Best Interest (BI) decisions.
  • Work directly with service users and carers to promote independence and positive outcomes.

• Children with Disabilities Service – Derbyshire

  Team: Children with Disabilities Service | Location: South Normanton | Pay Rate: £35 per hour

  • Work with children and young people with disabilities and their families.
  • Manage caseload including assessments, care planning and statutory visits.
  • Undertake legal and court work.
  • Multi‑agency working to support children with complex needs.
  • Safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

• General Benefits

  In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment with a focus on professional development. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, access to training and supervision, and opportunities for career progression within the Local Authority. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge and contribute to the well‑being of children and families in Derbyshire, we would love to hear from you!