Social Worker - Family Assessment - Welcome Bonus and Retention!

Location: London Borough of Croydon
Salary: £45,510 – £47,532
Golden Hello Bonus: £5,000
Retention Bonus: £2,500
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Croydon Council are recruiting experienced Social Workers to join their Family Assessment Team on a permanent basis. The service has undergone significant improvement in recent years, with a stable leadership team and a clear vision focused on excellent frontline practice and the best possible outcomes for children and families.

The Family Assessment Team is the first point of longer-term involvement following MASH and Initial Response. You’ll work with families through the Child in Need, Child Protection, and Pre-Proceedings stages, undertaking in-depth assessments, developing SMART plans, and delivering meaningful, relationship-based interventions.

Croydon operates under a systemic, relationship-based model of practice, supported by Signs of Safety, a trauma-informed approach, and a strong commitment to supervision and professional development. The service structure supports Social Workers to focus on direct work, with caseloads kept under control and the child’s voice at the centre.

What’s on offer:

• Salary of up to £47,532
• £5,000 Golden Hello for permanent joiners
• £2,500 retention bonus after 12 months
• Access to bespoke learning and development pathways
• Stable, experienced management and reflective team culture

Requirements:

• SWE Registered Social Worker
• Experience within frontline children’s services
• Strong assessment and planning skills
• Committed to working restoratively with children and families

To apply or find out more, get in touch with Maddie Billingham:

Email: mbillingham@sheldon-phillips.com
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