Senior Social Worker

Belmont Recruitment; Denby Dale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker in West Yorkshire to manage complex child protection cases. This role involves mentoring junior staff, conducting high-quality assessments, and working in a supportive, child-focused environment. Candidates must be qualified social workers with significant experience in children and families social work. A full UK driving licence is desirable. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on families in the region.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualifying experience in children and families social work.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding frameworks and care planning.
• Proven ability to manage complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex child protection cases.
• Complete high-quality assessments and care plans.
• Provide mentoring and practice guidance to junior staff.
• Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to court proceedings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Reflective practice

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England

Job description

Senior Social Worker - Family Team – West Yorkshire

Location: West Yorkshire
Hourly rate: £42.00 - £45.00 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time
Contract: Temporary

Belmont Recruitment are currently working with a highly regarded local authority in West Yorkshire who are looking to appoint a committed and experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Family Team. This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a leadership role within a supportive, child-focused service that's dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for families across the region.

As a Senior Social Worker, you'll take responsibility for complex and high-risk cases, provide support and guidance to junior team members, and play a key role in driving service quality across the team. You'll work in a multi-agency environment to help families navigate challenging circumstances, with a strong focus on safeguarding, early intervention, and long-term stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold and manage a caseload of complex child protection, child in need, and looked-after children cases
• Complete high-quality assessments, care plans, and interventions in line with statutory responsibilities
• Provide mentoring, supervision, and practice guidance to newly qualified and less experienced social workers
• Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to court proceedings, where necessary
• Champion best practice and lead by example within the team, supporting continuous improvement
• Build effective working relationships with children, families, and external agencies
• Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
• Promote the voice of the child and ensure all work is inclusive, respectful, and strength-based

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England
• Significant post-qualifying experience in children and families social work
• Strong understanding of safeguarding frameworks, care planning, and relevant legislation
• Proven ability to manage complex cases and support others through supervision or informal mentoring
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to reflective practice, development, and high-quality service delivery
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is highly desirable

If you're an experienced social worker looking to step into a more senior role—or already in one and seeking a fresh challenge—this is a fantastic opportunity to shape services that truly make a difference to families across West Yorkshire.

Apply today, or reach out to Tom Goren at Belmont Recruitment for an informal chat