Senior Social Worker – Child Safeguarding & Early Intervention

Service Care Solutions; Husborne Crawley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Bedford is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner Social Worker for their Integrated Front Door Team. The ideal candidate will manage early assessments and interventions to protect vulnerable children, and work collaboratively with key partners such as police and health services. This role requires a degree in Social Work, significant experience in child protection, and strong decision-making skills. A supportive work environment and access to high-quality training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

High-quality training

Referral bonus

Supportive work environment

Annual training budget of up to £250

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in safeguarding, child protection, or front door services.
• Understanding of thresholds of need, early intervention, and child safeguarding policies.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Early identification and assessment of children and families.
• Collaborating with key partners for coordinated responses.
• Conducting risk assessments and making informed decisions.
• Maintaining strong inter-agency relationships.

Skills

Strong risk assessment

Decision-making

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

A local authority in Bedford is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner Social Worker for their Integrated Front Door Team. The ideal candidate will manage early assessments and interventions to protect vulnerable children, and work collaboratively with key partners such as police and health services. This role requires a degree in Social Work, significant experience in child protection, and strong decision-making skills. A supportive work environment and access to high-quality training opportunities are offered.