School Based Social Worker

TRINITY SCHOOL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant special school in London is seeking a dedicated School Based Social Worker to lead safeguarding efforts and coordinate family support. The role requires a qualified social worker with at least two years of post-qualification experience and a commitment to making a positive impact on learners with significant difficulties. This position offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to a supportive and inclusive educational community.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Workers with at least two years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to develop intervention plans for complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding and child protection activities.
• Manage and oversee all safeguarding policies.
• Support families and coordinate with social services.

Skills

Safeguarding experience

Family support coordination

Documentation and report preparation

Collaboration with social services

Leadership in safeguarding policies

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

School Based Social Worker

Term Time Plus 2 Weeks

Salary: P03 £45,750 - £49,056

Closing date: 31 October 2025

Shortlisting: from 3 November 2025

Interviews W/B: 10 November 2025

Trinity School is an all age (3 to 19) modern, vibrant Special School catering for the needs of learners who have a wide range of complex needs including: severe and profound learning difficulties. A number of our pupils also have Autism Spectrum Condition.

Trinity School is looking for a School Based Social Worker who will work closely with our families and will coordinate family support and safeguarding across the school. The aim of this post is to ensure that all of our families are supported to overcome barriers to support each of our learners to achieve their full potential in school, at home and the wider community.

A key part of this role will be leading our family support offer, with the opening of our brand-new Family Centre based on the premises before the end of this calendar year.

The role of School Based Social Worker at Trinity School offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in supporting families, ensuring the well-being of learners with significant learning difficulties and disabilities. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families, this role will allow you to contribute meaningfully to a vibrant and inclusive school community.

Applicants will need to be qualified Social Workers who are two years post qualified with safeguarding experience.

Job Purpose:

Lead safeguarding and child protection at Trinity School. Collaborate with social services and external agencies to ensure student well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all safeguarding activities and policies
• Develop intervention plans for complex situations
• Train and support staff on safeguarding issues
• Maintain confidential records and prepare reports
• Support SEND students and their families
• Liaise with social services and attend/ and or co-ordinate multi-agency meetings
• Support a large team of Designated Safeguarding Leads to triage records of concern as appropriate
• Lead our team of family support workers, developing the school’s Family Support offer which includes a brand-new Family Centre which is due to be completed this summer

We are committed to ensuring a consistent, high-quality provision for our pupils and will be looking for candidates who can offer excellent levels of attendance.

Applicants will also be expected to commit to annual training and refreshers.

Please ensure that when you complete your application form, that you ensure you specifically write about how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria stipulated in this advert and as detailed in the person specification for the role.

Visits to the school are welcomed and advised for prospective applicants.

Please email [e-mail] to make an appointment with either the Headteacher or a Deputy Headteacher.

All applications should be made on the Trinity School application form available from the school website.

CVs will not be accepted and should not be submitted

Only those applicants that are shortlisted will be notified of the interviews

Trinity School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All shortlisted candidates will undergo online searches, and their referees contacted prior to the interview. An enhanced criminal record check via the DBS will be undertaken for the successful candidate.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a comprehensive screening process, including a disclosure check will be undertaken on all applicants.

Right to Work Disclaimer

Please note that Trinity School is unable to offer employment sponsorship. Therefore, we can only consider applications from candidates who already have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom. If you are applying under a visa that permits employment, you will be required to provide a valid immigration status and share your immigration code at the interview stage to verify your right to work.