South East England

38.5 - 38.5 GBP Per Hour

Children's Services

Contract

30/12/2026

Reference 3004

Locum Social Worker – Safeguarding Team

Camden Council | £38.50 per hour | 2–3 Days per Week in the Office

  • £38.50 per hour (Umbrella)
  • Hybrid working – 2 to 3 days per week in the office
  • Frontline Safeguarding / Child Protection
  • Well-established and supportive team
  • Immediate starts available

Camden Council is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team on a locum basis. This role is ideal for a confident practitioner who thrives in frontline child protection work and is happy to attend the office 2–3 days per week as part of a balanced hybrid model.

About Camden Council

Camden is a forward-thinking London borough with a strong reputation for quality social work practice. The council places a real emphasis on reflective supervision, manageable caseloads, and creating the right conditions for social workers to deliver meaningful, child-focused interventions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans and Children in Need
  • Undertaking statutory safeguarding assessments and Section 47 enquiries
  • Preparing high-quality reports for ICPCs, core groups, and court proceedings
  • Working closely with families to reduce risk and promote positive outcomes
  • Attending strategy meetings and multi-agency forums
  • Maintaining accurate and timely case recording in line with statutory requirements

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
  • Recent experience within a Safeguarding / Child Protection team
  • Strong understanding of legislation, policy, and court work
  • Ability to work effectively within a busy frontline environment
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)

Why Work With Us

  • £38.50 per hour
  • Hybrid working with 2–3 days per week in the office
  • Supportive management and established team structures
  • Opportunity to work within a high-performing inner London authority
  • £250 referral bonus if you refer a friend*

Interested?

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Josh Dhumisani
📞 07902371315
📧 jdhumisani@sheldon-phillips.com

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