Senior Social Worker – Assessment & Intervention Lead

Essex County Council; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council’s Assessment & Intervention teams in Chelmsford seek a Locum Senior Social Worker to lead complex casework within Children & Families. You will provide initial assessments and short-term interventions, supervise peers in the absence of the Team Manager, and drive positive outcomes for children, youth, and families.

You will hold a recognised social work qualification and Social Work England registration, mentor colleagues, and collaborate with partner agencies while

Qualifications

• recognised social work qualification and SW England registration.
• ability to mentor colleagues and students.
• experience with legislation and guidance for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Guide expertise and provide professional supervision to staff.
• Assess complex social care needs and devise supportive structures.
• Work within statutory guidelines to determine intervention necessity.
• Participate in case conferences, court appearances, and reviews.
• Safeguard and advance child welfare with tailored interventions.
• Build partnerships with colleagues, agencies and communities.
• Set and meet targets within the performance management framework.

Skills

Mentorship

Partnership building

Risk assessment

Leadership

Education

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

Essex County Council’s Assessment & Intervention teams in Chelmsford seek a Locum Senior Social Worker to lead complex casework within Children & Families. You will provide initial assessments and short-term interventions, supervise peers in the absence of the Team Manager, and drive positive outcomes for children, youth, and families.

You will hold a recognised social work qualification and Social Work England registration, mentor colleagues, and collaborate with partner agencies while