Senior Social Worker

Lambeth | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working

Lambeth Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Safeguarding Team. This is a frontline role focused on protecting children, managing complex risk, and supporting families through effective statutory interventions and relationship-based practice.

You will manage a complex caseload while supporting less experienced colleagues and contributing to positive outcomes for children and families across the borough.

In this role, you will:

• Manage a complex caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases
• Undertake Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding assessments
• Develop and review outcome-focused care plans
• Lead and participate in strategy discussions, conferences, and core group meetings
• Work closely with multi-agency partners to safeguard children
• Support and mentor less experienced Social Workers
• Prepare high-quality reports and maintain accurate case recordings

What You’ll Need:

• Social Work England Registration
• Social Work Qualification
• At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
• Strong experience within safeguarding teams (CIN/CP)
• Confidence managing complex and high-risk cases
• Ability to support and mentor colleagues
• Excellent assessment, analytical, and communication skills

Why Sheldon Phillips?

Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.

If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding role in Lambeth, give Ellis Russell a call on 01635 226350 – let’s have a chat!

And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply).