Staffordshire County Council

Social Worker – Children in Care Team

Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Staffordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children in Care Team.
You will work with looked after children and young people, ensuring they receive high-quality care, stability, and support to achieve positive long-term outcomes.

This role involves close partnership working with foster carers, residential providers, and multi-agency professionals to deliver effective care planning and secure permanence for children.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children in care.
Complete statutory visits, assessments, and reviews.
Develop and progress care and permanence plans.
Work closely with foster carers, residential settings, and partner agencies.
Prepare high-quality reports for reviews and court proceedings where required.
Undertake direct work with children and young people.
Support transitions to independence and adulthood.

Practice Model Used by Staffordshire

Staffordshire operates a Strengths-Based Practice Model, supported by Restorative Practice principles.
This approach focuses on:

Building strong relationships with children, families, and carers
Collaborative, solution-focused working
Clear and transparent risk assessment
Supporting positive change through restorative approaches
Reflective supervision and continuous professional development
The model supports consistent, child-centred practice and positive outcomes.

Why Staffordshire Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Staffordshire offers a great mix of countryside living and strong connectivity:

Access to beautiful outdoor areas including Cannock Chase.
Affordable housing and cost of living compared to many UK regions.
Friendly communities with great schools and local amenities.
Excellent transport links to Birmingham, Manchester, and across the Midlands.
A supportive authority focused on staff development, wellbeing, and improving services.
It’s a great place to build both your career and your lifestyle.