Social Worker

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team

Waltham Forest | Locum | £37.52 – £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working

Waltham Forest Council is seeking experienced Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join their Assessment Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy frontline service focused on completing timely assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive the right support at the earliest opportunity.

Working within a fast-paced assessment service, you will undertake statutory assessments, identify and manage risk, and work collaboratively with children, families, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.

In this role, you will:

• Undertake Child and Family Assessments
• Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations
• Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment stage
• Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families
• Undertake direct work with children to understand their wishes, feelings, and lived experiences
• Lead and participate in strategy discussions, safeguarding meetings, and multi-agency forums
• Progress cases through pre-proceedings and court processes where required
• Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation
• Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
• Support and mentor less experienced colleagues (Senior Social Worker level)

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 Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Duty services
• Child in Need and Child Protection experience
• Court work and pre-proceedings experience
• Ability to manage complex safeguarding cases confidently
• Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience supporting colleagues is desirable for Senior Social Worker applicants

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 Social Worker / Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team role in Waltham Forest, give Ellis Russell a call on 01635 226350 – let’s have a chat!

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