Senior Social Worker

Premier Christian Communications Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in West Yorkshire seeks a Senior Social Worker for their Family Team. This role involves managing complex cases, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Ideal for experienced social workers looking for a leadership opportunity in a supportive environment focused on child welfare.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualifying experience in children and families social work.
• Ability to manage complex cases and support others through supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex child protection and looked-after children cases.
• Provide mentoring and supervision to junior social workers.
• Chair multi-agency meetings and contribute to court proceedings.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Reflective Practice

Education

Qualified Social Worker

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:

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

Requirements:

1. Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
2. Significant post-qualifying experience in children and families social work
3. Strong understanding of safeguarding frameworks, care planning, and relevant legislation
4. Proven ability to manage complex cases and support others through supervision or informal mentoring
5. Excellent communication and organisational skills
6. Commitment to reflective practice, development, and high-quality service delivery
7. 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.