Senior Social Worker

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

Job summary

A local authority in West Yorkshire is looking for a Senior Social Worker for its Family Team. This role involves managing complex child protection cases, supervising less experienced staff, and ensuring quality assessments. Ideal candidates are qualified social workers with strong experience in children's services and excellent communication skills. The role is full-time with an hourly rate of £42.00 – £45.00. This is a temporary position offering an opportunity to lead in a vital service for families.

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 and support others.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex child protection cases.
• Complete high-quality assessments and care plans.
• Provide mentoring and supervision to newer social workers.
• Chair multi-agency meetings and participate in court proceedings.

Skills

Child protection management

Case assessment and planning

Supervision and mentoring

Communication skills

Organizational skills

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 is working with a highly regarded local authority in West Yorkshire to appoint a committed and experienced Senior Social Worker for their Family Team. This role offers a leadership position within a child‑focused service dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for families across the region.

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.