Family Help Service - Croydon

Social Worker – Family Help Service – Croydon Council

• £38.50 per hour
• Hybrid working – 2 to 3 days a week in the office
• Focus on early intervention and preventative work
• Stable management and reflective supervision

Croydon Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Family Help Service. This role is a great opportunity to work within a borough that is committed to providing strong early help and intervention to support children and families at the earliest stage, reducing the need for escalation into statutory services.

About Croydon Council

Croydon is one of London’s largest and most diverse boroughs, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality support to children, young people, and families. The council has invested heavily in Children’s Services, embedding a relationship-based model of practice that ensures children’s voices are at the heart of decision-making.

Social workers in Croydon benefit from manageable caseloads, excellent professional development opportunities, and reflective supervision. With a supportive management team and strong multi-agency partnerships, Croydon provides an environment where social workers can thrive while delivering meaningful outcomes for families.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and families requiring early intervention and family support
• Undertake holistic assessments and develop robust family support plans
• Deliver preventative interventions to reduce risks and prevent escalation to statutory services
• Work directly with children, parents, and carers to strengthen resilience and promote wellbeing
• Collaborate with schools, health services, and community organisations to provide joined-up support
• Ensure all practice is child-centred, with the voice of the child informing all decisions

Candidate Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• Post-qualified experience in children and families’ services, ideally family support, safeguarding, or early intervention
• Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and associated legislation
• Excellent assessment, planning, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency framework
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Work With Croydon?

• £38.50 per hour
• Hybrid working – 2 to 3 days a week in the office
• Stable management and supportive leadership
• Manageable caseloads with a focus on high-quality early help work
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Be part of one of London’s most diverse and well-connected boroughs

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Contact Details:
For more information or to apply, contact: Josh Dhumisani
Mobile: 07902371315
Email: jdhumisani@sheldon-phillips.com