Gloucestershire County Council

Social Worker – Children in Care

Pay Rate: £42 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children in Care Team on a locum basis. This role focuses on supporting children and young people who are looked after, ensuring they experience stability, safety, and positive long-term outcomes.

You will be responsible for managing a caseload of children in care, undertaking statutory visits, completing assessments and care planning, and working closely with carers, families, and partner agencies to promote permanence and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children and young people in care.
Undertake statutory visits, reviews, and care planning in line with legislation.
Ensure children’s voices and lived experiences are central to all decision-making.
Develop and review care plans, pathway plans, and permanence plans.
Work collaboratively with foster carers, residential providers, education, and health partners.
Prepare clear, analytical reports for reviews, panels, and court proceedings where required.
Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with statutory requirements.

Practice Model Used by Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire County Council operates the Signs of Safety practice model. This strengths-based, relationship-focused framework supports collaborative working with families and carers, clear analysis of risk and safety, and transparent, child-centred decision-making.

Why Gloucestershire Is a Great Place to Work and Live

Gloucestershire offers an excellent quality of life alongside rewarding professional opportunities. The county is known for:

Stunning countryside including the Cotswolds, Forest of Dean, and Severn Valley
A mix of vibrant towns such as Cheltenham and Gloucester, alongside rural communities
Good transport links to Bristol, Birmingham, and the South West
Strong community values and family-friendly living
A supportive local authority committed to high-quality social work practice and workforce development

Please feel free to contact me on
07561805654
01635226350
dmitchell@sheldon-phillips.com

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