Social Worker - Family Help Team - Bedfordshire - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Locum Social Worker to join the Family Help Team in Bedfordshire. This role offers flexible hours, a competitive hourly rate of £41.65, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in children's and families’ lives. Applicants should have a degree in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England. Experience in family support services is preferred.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Career Development

Professional Networking

Excellent Pay

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in children and families’ services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of children and families.
• Lead multi-agency meetings for integrated support.
• Provide assessments and interventions per local policies.
• Deliver impactful interventions that promote stability.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Maintain clear, evidence-based reports and records.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Multi-agency working

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Family Help Team

Specialism: Family Help
Location: Bedfordshire, UK
Salary: £41.65 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full-Time / Part-Time

Empower Families and Transform Lives – Join the Family Help Team in Bedfordshire

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker looking for your next rewarding challenge? We are seeking talented professionals to join the Family Help Team in Bedfordshire. Offering flexible full-time or part-time hours and a highly competitive hourly rate of £41.65, this ongoing locum role provides the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families.

Perks and Benefits:

Work-Life Balance: Choose between full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle and commitments.

Excellent Pay: Enjoy one of the highest locum rates in the sector, recognising your expertise and dedication.

Career Development: Access regular training and varied casework to broaden your experience and accelerate your career growth.

Professional Networking: Collaborate with multi-agency teams and widen your connections within the social work community.

Meaningful Impact: Contribute to improved long-term outcomes for families through early and targeted interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a diverse caseload and conduct direct work with children, ensuring their voices and lived experiences are central to planning.

Lead and chair multi-agency meetings, working in partnership with professionals to deliver integrated, effective support.

Provide timely, high-quality assessments, plans, and interventions in line with statutory frameworks and local policies.

Deliver creative and impactful interventions that reduce the need for children to enter care and promote long-term stability.

Support children and families from the assessment stage onwards, building strong, supportive relationships to promote positive change.

Prepare clear, evidence-based reports and maintain accurate case records in line with best practice.

Requirements:

Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.

Registration with Social Work England.

Experience working in children and families’ services, ideally within assessment or family support teams.

Strong assessment, communication, and multi-agency working skills.

Why Bedfordshire?

Bedfordshire offers the perfect balance between rural charm and urban accessibility. With its scenic countryside, excellent local amenities, and fast links to London, it’s a fantastic place to live and work. Join a council that values innovation, development, and the wellbeing of both its staff and residents—Central Bedfordshire was recently named Social Work Employer of the Year, recognising its commitment to social care excellence.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning recruitment partner. With over 1,000 ‘Excellent’ reviews on Trustpilot and a strong reputation across the social care sector, we are dedicated to securing the best possible roles at the most competitive rates for our candidates.

Apply now to join a high-performing team in a role where you can shape better futures for children and families in Bedfordshire.