Senior Social Worker – Children in Care (Team 6) #5270633

Semester.co.uk; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking a Senior Social Worker for a temporary role in Bradford's Children in Care Team. The successful candidate will manage complex cases, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of looked-after children. This hybrid position offers a supportive environment and competitive pay, along with ongoing training opportunities. Join and make a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Free ongoing training opportunities

Support from a dedicated consultant

Enhanced DBS completed

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Substantial post-qualification experience in Children in Care teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of looked-after children and young people.
• Complete statutory visits, reviews, and pathway planning.
• Provide oversight and support to less experienced staff.

Skills

Communication

Case Management

Multi-agency Working

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Social Work England Registration

Job description

Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Children in Care (Team 6)
Location: Bradford (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Temporary – 3 Months
Organisation: Bradford Children and Families Trust
Team: Children in Care – Team 6
Start: ASAP

About the Role

Bradford Children and Families Trust is looking for an experienced and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join their Children in Care Team (Team 6) on a temporary 3-month basis.

You will play a key role in supporting children and young people in care, overseeing care planning, contributing to permanency planning, and ensuring their safety, stability, and wellbeing.

This position is ideal for someone with strong frontline experience who is confident in managing complex cases and supporting junior team members when required.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of looked-after children and young people

Complete statutory visits, reviews, and pathway planning

Work closely with carers, schools, health professionals, and legal services

Contribute to permanency and transition planning

Provide oversight and informal support to less experienced staff

Ensure case recording, assessments, and care plans are compliant and high-quality

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Substantial post-qualification experience, ideally at senior or advanced level

Experience in Children in Care / Looked After Children teams

Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, care planning, and safeguarding

Confident in multi-agency working and court processes

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Working Arrangement

This is a hybrid role. While remote working is supported, office presence is required for specific tasks, meetings, and team days, as dictated by service needs.

Apply Now
If you’re a confident and experienced Senior Social Worker ready to make a difference in children’s lives, get in touch.

Send your CV or contact Rob at Semester Recruitment for more details.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP

What’s on offer for the Social Worker

· Excellent competitive pay rate – paid weekly!

· Excellent management structure with experienced leaders

· Desirable location with excellent transport links

· A stable and well-supported working environment

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

Competitive Rates of pay

In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

Enhanced DBS completed.

Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

Various employment opportunities in your preferred geographical area

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