Senior Social Worker – Children in Need Service – Islington

Liquid Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking a Senior Social Worker for the Children in Need Service in Islington, London. This role involves providing essential casework and support to vulnerable children and young people while ensuring compliance with legislation and standards. Candidates should possess a social work degree and significant experience in children’s social care. The position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and numerous benefits including payroll, a DBS service, and referral bonuses.

Benefits

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Free access to social work training and CPD

Dedicated consultant

Wide range of social work positions

Refer a Friend bonus – £500 for each referral

Find your own job bonus – £250

Qualifications

• Registered with a relevant professional body.
• Extensive experience in children’s social care.
• Strong understanding of abuse and neglect impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide casework to children needing support.
• Assess and plan safeguarding needs for children at risk.
• Collaborate with professionals and maintain case records.

Skills

Child development

Advocacy

Social work legislation

Education

Degree in social work

Job description

Liquid Personnel is looking for a Senior Social Worker in the Children in Need Service in Islington.

What will your responsibilities be?

As a social worker, you will provide professional casework to children and young people needing support and guidance. You must uphold high professional standards and be knowledgeable about relevant legislation, regulations, and practice methods to effectively advocate for and assist young individuals. Your key responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating safeguarding needs for children in need, including those at risk of significant harm. You will work within the Children’s Services Framework and national legislation, support children and families to promote positive outcomes, and maintain accurate records of all case interactions. Additionally, you will collaborate with other professionals and agencies, participate in supervision and team meetings, and contribute to service development through feedback and involvement in projects.

Qualifications and Experience:

You must have a degree in social work, be registered with a relevant professional body, and have extensive experience in children’s social care. A strong understanding of child development and the impact of abuse and neglect is essential.

How to apply?

If interested, click apply below or contact 0345 241 9590 to learn more.

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere
• Free access to Liquid’s social work training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Wide range of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – £500 for each successful referral
• “Find your own job” bonus – £250 for bringing your own position