Lead Kinship Social Worker for Complex Cases

LinsCare; Catford; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Umbrella pay arrangement

Job summary

LinsCare in Lewisham is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to lead the Kinship Service in Catford, London. This locum/agency contract role focuses on expert practice leadership, kinship assessments and improving outcomes for children and families.

The role includes supervising social workers, guiding on high‑risk cases, and ensuring quality assurance across Regulation 24 assessments, with opportunities for professional development and reflective practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration
• Significant experience in children's social care and kinship assessments
• Strong knowledge of Regulation 24 and statutory guidance
• Experience managing complex high‑risk cases
• Ability to provide leadership, supervision and staff development

Responsibilities

• Complete and quality-assure Regulation 24 assessments and other kinship service assessments
• Manage complex high‑risk social care cases, providing expert advice to colleagues
• Provide supervision, mentoring and professional support to social workers and students
• Support compliance with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, local policies and practice frameworks
• Lead quality assurance activities including case audits and thematic reviews
• Facilitate group supervision and reflective practice sessions
• Identify training needs and contribute to continuing professional development
• Support Practice Educator and ASYE arrangements
• Promote reflective, relationship-based social work practice
• Champion staff wellbeing and meaningful carer involvement
• Deputise for the Team Manager when required

Skills

Supervision

Mentoring

Report writing

Communication

Education

Social work qualification

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

LinsCare in Lewisham is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to lead the Kinship Service in Catford, London. This locum/agency contract role focuses on expert practice leadership, kinship assessments and improving outcomes for children and families.

The role includes supervising social workers, guiding on high‑risk cases, and ensuring quality assurance across Regulation 24 assessments, with opportunities for professional development and reflective practice.