Senior Social Worker
Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Chapel End, Greater London, Greater London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project
Waltham Forest | Locum | £39.04 per hour | ASAP Start | Hybrid Working
Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. This is a frontline role focused on completing timely assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive the right support at the earliest opportunity.
You will work within a fast-paced service, undertaking assessments and progressing plans that safeguard children and promote positive outcomes through effective multi-agency working and relationship-based practice.
ASAP Start Available
In this role, you will:
Undertake Child and Family Assessments
Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations
Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment stage
Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families
Undertake direct work with children to understand their lived experiences and wishes
Lead and participate in strategy discussions, multi-agency meetings, and safeguarding processes
Progress cases through pre-proceedings and court processes where required
Support and mentor less experienced Social Workers within the team
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Strong experience within Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Duty services
Child in Need and Child Protection experience
Court work and pre-proceedings experience
Ability to manage complex safeguarding cases confidently
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team role in Waltham Forest, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply)
Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. This is a frontline role focused on completing timely assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive the right support at the earliest opportunity.
You will work within a fast-paced service, undertaking assessments and progressing plans that safeguard children and promote positive outcomes through effective multi-agency working and relationship-based practice.
ASAP Start Available
In this role, you will:
Undertake Child and Family Assessments
Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations
Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment stage
Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families
Undertake direct work with children to understand their lived experiences and wishes
Lead and participate in strategy discussions, multi-agency meetings, and safeguarding processes
Progress cases through pre-proceedings and court processes where required
Support and mentor less experienced Social Workers within the team
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Strong experience within Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Duty services
Child in Need and Child Protection experience
Court work and pre-proceedings experience
Ability to manage complex safeguarding cases confidently
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team role in Waltham Forest, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply)
Reference: 225256130
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Senior Social Worker
Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Chapel End, Greater London, Greater London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Contract/Project
Waltham Forest | Locum | £39.04 per hour | ASAP Start | Hybrid Working
Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. This is a frontline role focused on completing timely assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive the right support at the earliest opportunity.
You will work within a fast-paced service, undertaking assessments and progressing plans that safeguard children and promote positive outcomes through effective multi-agency working and relationship-based practice.
ASAP Start Available
In this role, you will:
Undertake Child and Family Assessments
Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations
Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment stage
Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families
Undertake direct work with children to understand their lived experiences and wishes
Lead and participate in strategy discussions, multi-agency meetings, and safeguarding processes
Progress cases through pre-proceedings and court processes where required
Support and mentor less experienced Social Workers within the team
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Strong experience within Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Duty services
Child in Need and Child Protection experience
Court work and pre-proceedings experience
Ability to manage complex safeguarding cases confidently
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team role in Waltham Forest, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply)
Waltham Forest Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. This is a frontline role focused on completing timely assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive the right support at the earliest opportunity.
You will work within a fast-paced service, undertaking assessments and progressing plans that safeguard children and promote positive outcomes through effective multi-agency working and relationship-based practice.
ASAP Start Available
In this role, you will:
Undertake Child and Family Assessments
Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations
Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment stage
Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families
Undertake direct work with children to understand their lived experiences and wishes
Lead and participate in strategy discussions, multi-agency meetings, and safeguarding processes
Progress cases through pre-proceedings and court processes where required
Support and mentor less experienced Social Workers within the team
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Strong experience within Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Duty services
Child in Need and Child Protection experience
Court work and pre-proceedings experience
Ability to manage complex safeguarding cases confidently
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team role in Waltham Forest, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply)
Reference: 225256130
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