Senior Social Worker

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Senior Social Worker role in the dynamic Multi-Agency Partnership Team at Surrey County Council. This position offers the chance to make an immediate impact within a supportive team culture, alongside a competitive rewards package. Enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements and dedicated professional development support as you take the next step in your career. Your experience in statutory Children’s Services will be vital for effective decision-making and safeguarding.

Benefits

£6,000 recruitment and retention payment

Car lease scheme

Dedicated support for CPD and professional development

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years UK post-qualifying experience in statutory Children’s Services.
• Confidence in multi-agency collaboration.
• Strong analysis and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage thresholds and triage referrals.
• Contribute to timely safeguarding responses.

Skills

Multi-agency collaboration

Analysis

Decision-making

Job description

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Location: Woking, Surrey

Type: Permanent | Hybrid | 36 hours per week

Children’s Social Worker - Senior Role in Surrey

Are you an experienced Children’s Social Worker looking to make an immediate impact in a dynamic team?

Surrey County Council is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join our Multi-Agency Partnership (MAP) Team — formerly known as MASH — the front door of Children’s Services, where safeguarding decisions are made. If you excel in fast-paced, collaborative environments with a keen eye for risk and resilience, this is the opportunity for you.

What’s in it for you?

Enjoy a supportive team culture, clear progression pathways, and a generous rewards package:

• £6,000 recruitment and retention payment (paid in installments)
• Car lease scheme
• Dedicated support for CPD and professional development
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements

What we’re looking for:

• 2–3+ years UK post-qualifying experience in statutory Children’s Services
• Confidence in multi-agency collaboration, with strong analysis and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage thresholds, triage referrals, and contribute to timely safeguarding responses

Let’s find a role where you can thrive, not just survive. If this sounds like your next step, reach out and let’s talk!