Social Worker - Court Team

Social Worker – Court Team

Location: Ealing
Rate: £39.04 per hour
Contract: Locum, Full-Time (36 hours per week)
Start Date: ASAP

Ealing are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their Court Team. If you know your way around care proceedings, court statements, and the odd late night prepping bundles (let’s be honest), this is one for you.

Caseloads are capped at 12 and the team is known for having strong management and a fair setup — no sugar-coating, the work’s still demanding, but you’ll have room to breathe and a team that gets it.

The role will include:

• Managing care proceedings from issue through to final hearing
• Writing high-quality court statements, assessments and care plans
• Working closely with legal teams, guardians, and court professionals
• Attending and contributing to hearings and legal planning meetings
• Direct work with families, ensuring the child’s voice is heard throughout

What they’re after:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Solid court experience, including writing and presenting statements
• Someone confident, organised, and able to hold risk safely
• Experience in a London borough is preferred but not essential

What’s on offer:

• £39.04 per hour
• Caseload capped at 12
• 2 days per week in the office
• Long-term locum contract with immediate start available

If you're looking for a court role that won’t wipe you out, Ealing could be the one.

Please contact me for further details on:

M: 07561 805654

L: 01635 226350

E: mbillingham@sheldon-phillips.com

Referral bonus up to £500 if you know someone who’d be a good fit!