Experienced Social Worker - Children Assessment and Intervention

London Social Work for Children; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development programmes

Generous leave entitlement

Parental leave & shared parental leave

Job summary

Merton Council is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join its Children Assessment and Intervention team in Merton. This role focuses on assessments and interventions in line with statutory requirements to support children and families.

The ideal candidate will hold a recognised Social Work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and bring experience in a children's statutory social work setting with a strong commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in a children's statutory social work setting, especially assessment and intervention.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support children and families within the Children Assessment and Intervention team.
• Carry out assessments and interventions in line with statutory requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Statutory social work

Assessment and intervention

Enhanced DBS

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Experienced Social Worker - Children Assessment and Intervention

Posted 23rd Sep, 2026

Location

Merton

Working pattern

Full-time - Not specified hours per week

Merton Council is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join its Children Assessment and Intervention team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families in the London Borough of Merton.

This job includes:

• Working within the Children Assessment and Intervention team to support children and families
• Carrying out assessments and interventions in line with statutory requirements
• Collaborating with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children

About you

Merton Council is looking for an experienced and dedicated social worker with a passion for improving outcomes for children and families. The successful candidate will bring relevant statutory children's social work experience and a commitment to high-quality, child-centred practice.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification (e.g. degree in Social Work or equivalent)
• Be registered with Social Work England
• Have demonstrable experience in a children's statutory social work setting, particularly assessment and intervention
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Be subject to an enhanced DBS check as part of the recruitment process

Merton Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

About Merton

Merton is an outer borough in southwest London. Suburban in character, the borough has three main town centres: Wimbledon, Mitcham, and Morden.We want our to be a great place for every child to grow up in order to give them the best start in life. To do this, we need the best social work talent working with us.

We offer a full range of employment benefits to ensure every member of staff feels valued and able to progress:

• membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• wide range of professional development programmes available to enhance your career
• generous leave entitlement
• parental leave and shared parental leave schemes
• employee assistance programme (EAP) - free access for you and your family to expert advice and guidance on major life events, 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year
• range of lunchtime exercise classes
• discounted membership to our leisure centres
• wellbeing programme - wellbeing champions and mental health support
• occupational health service to help keep you healthy and safe at work
• contribution towards eye test and glasses for display screen equipment (DSE) users
• regular walking 'step count' challenge
• Kaarp employee discount scheme - range of leisure activities, from days out to magazine subscriptions, as well as hair and beauty treatments, entertainment events and discounts at local restaurants
• interest‑free season ticket loan for public transport
• cycle to work scheme
• adult cycle training
• running club
• discounts on selected adult learning courses