Hackney is looking for an experienced Senior Children's Social Worker to join their Child Protection Team, where high-quality, relationship-based practice is at the heart of everything we do.

Role: Temporary,  Location: Hackney

Pay: Up to £39.04 per hour

This is an opportunity to work in a borough proud of its anti-racist practice, strong systemic approach, and commitment to reclaiming social work - giving you the time, support and professional autonomy to make a real difference to children and families.

About the Role
As a Senior Social Worker within Child Protection, you will hold a complex caseload and play a key role in safeguarding children at risk of significant harm.

You will undertake high-quality assessments, lead Child Protection planning, complete court work, and deliver purposeful interventions that improve outcomes for children and families.

You will work closely with families, partner agencies and internal colleagues, contributing to a robust, reflective and supportive team culture.

Key Responsibilities
Undertake statutory child and family assessments, analysing risk and protective factors

Lead and manage Child Protection Plans in line with statutory guidance and London Child Protection Procedures

Carry out direct work with children and families, ensuring children's voices are heard and recorded

Prepare high-quality written reports for child protection conferences and court

Manage your caseload effectively, meeting statutory timescales and performance requirements

Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children and promote their welfare

Maintain accurate, timely case recording in line with council expectations

Demonstrate strong professional judgement, accountability and reflective practice

About You
A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

3 Years Perm experience within an English Local Authority 

An experienced children's social worker with strong child protection experience

Confident managing risk and complexity in high-pressure environments
Skilled in systemic and social learning theory approaches

Committed to anti-racist practice, equality and challenging discrimination
Resilient, reflective and motivated to deliver high-quality social work

What Hackney Offers
A strong practice-led culture with high-quality supervision

A clear commitment to anti-racist and strengths-based practice

Supportive management and opportunities for professional development

The chance to work in a borough that values social work expertise and professional autonomy

Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

 If you are interested in this position, then please contact Jordan Peat, jordan.peat@connect2hackney.co.uk or 07719 510737

Employment is subject to satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and suitable references.

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