South East England

39.04 GBP Per Hour

Children's Services

Contract

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Social Worker – Safeguarding Team
📍 London Borough of Ealing
💰 £39.04 per hour

Key Highlights

£39.04 per hour competitive rate
Opportunity to join a well-established Safeguarding Service
Work within a diverse West London borough
Supportive team environment with strong management oversight
Hybrid working available

About the Role

The London Borough of Ealing is looking for an experienced Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team.

This is a frontline statutory role where you will work with children and families subject to safeguarding concerns, ensuring that risks are appropriately managed and that children are protected and supported to achieve positive outcomes.

You will manage a varied caseload including Child Protection, Child in Need, and court work, and will play a key role in delivering timely and effective interventions.

About the Authority

The London Borough of Ealing is known for its commitment to high-quality practice and continuous improvement within children’s services.

Ealing is a diverse and vibrant borough that places strong emphasis on partnership working, reflective supervision, and professional development, ensuring social workers are well-supported in their roles.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection and Child in Need plans
Undertake Section 47 investigations and safeguarding enquiries
Complete comprehensive risk assessments and develop care plans
Prepare reports for court proceedings, conferences, and reviews
Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, core groups, and child protection conferences
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners including health, education, and police
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements