Substance Misuse - Fixed Term Experienced Social Worker

Leaders in Care; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Leaders in Care is seeking an Experienced Social Worker for a fixed-term position in South East London. This role supports vulnerable individuals through targeted assistance and requires strong safeguarding experience and a Social Work qualification. Join a compassionate team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Weekly paid wellness hour

Protected CPD time

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Employee wellbeing hub access

Shopping and travel discounts

Qualifications

• Zocial Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience with complex and high-risk caseloads.
• Knowledge of substance misuse and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Manage a focused caseload of service users with complex needs.
• Provide specialist advice on safeguarding and risk.
• Deliver workshops and reflective supervision.

Skills

Safeguarding experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Protected CPD Time | Weekly Paid Wellness Hour | 25 Days AL+Bank Holidays

We’re working with a respected charity partner to recruit an Experienced Social Worker for a 30-hour per week fixed-term position within a specialist service based in South East London. This is an opportunity to join a team delivering targeted support to individuals with multiple and complex needs, including substance misuse, mental health challenges, safeguarding concerns, and social care involvement.

The role offers a competitive pro rata salary, flexible working within a compassionate team, and the chance to contribute to meaningful change in the lives of vulnerable people.

Key Details:

• Location: South East London
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Salary: £37,184.90 – £44,471.72 (pro rata, depending on experience)
• Additional Allowance: Inner London weighting (pro rata)
• Contract Type: Fixed-term until 31st March 2026

Role Overview:

As a senior practitioner in the team, you will support the management of complex cases and provide specialist input on safeguarding, domestic abuse, self-neglect, and multi-agency coordination. You’ll also mentor and develop team members, contribute to reflective practice, and support service development initiatives.

Main responsibilities:

• Hold a small, focused caseload of service users with complex needs
• Provide specialist advice on risk, safeguarding (adults and children), and multi-agency liaison
• Deliver workshops, learning sessions, and reflective supervision for team members
• Develop strong partnerships with local social care and statutory agencies
• Contribute to training and support for student social workers and those completing their ASYE
• Maintain high standards in case recording, reporting, and information sharing

Candidate Requirements:

• Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England
• Strong safeguarding experience (across adults and/or children’s services)
• Proven experience working with complex and high-risk caseloads
• Knowledge of substance misuse, mental health, and domestic abuse
• Confident in delivering supervision, coaching, or training
• Collaborative, reflective, and strong on communication

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive pro rata salary and London weighting
• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays (pro rata), increasing with service
• Weekly wellbeing hour and access to an employee wellbeing hub
• Protected CPD time and career development support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Discounts on shopping, cinema, and travel
• Supportive, values-led working environment

Apply Now

If you’re interested in this role or would like to find out more, please get in touch by sending your CV to [e-mail] or call 07828873089 for a confidential chat.

We also offer £500 referral bonuses if you recommend someone successfully placed into the role.

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