Senior Social Worker - Multi-agency Partnership Team in Surrey, Surrey

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Senior Social Worker – Multi-Agency Partnership Team

Location: Surrey, UK
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £46,399.00 – £49,588.00 per annum

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Senior Social Worker to join the Multi-Agency Partnership Team in Surrey. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and the chance to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, where innovation and child-centred practice are at the heart of everything we do.

Join a passionate and dedicated team making a real difference to the lives of children and families across Surrey.

Key Benefits

• Stability and Growth: Full-time permanent position offering job security and professional development

• Career Progression: Ongoing training, reflective supervision, and support to help you achieve your aspirations

• Supportive Team Culture: Friendly and collaborative working environment where your contribution is truly valued

• Healthy Work-Life Balance: Structured working hours to support your personal and professional wellbeing

• Lifestyle Perks: Live and work in Surrey – a beautiful county combining vibrant towns with stunning countryside

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload involving children, families, carers, and individuals, promoting independence and positive outcomes

• Undertake assessments to identify support needs, ensuring active participation from service users

• Provide clear, accurate information and collaborate with partner agencies to support families holistically

• Lead or participate in child protection investigations and assess risk levels with guidance from the Team Manager

• Monitor and review service delivery to ensure continuous improvement

• Provide professional advice and reflective supervision to less experienced team members

• Contribute to the development and supervision of fostering and adoption arrangements, helping to keep children within their families wherever possible

About the Role

Reporting to the Team Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality social work services that promote child safety, family stability, and long-term well-being. This role is key to supporting children and young people while reducing the risk of family separation and ensuring effective care planning.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant professional qualification in Social Work

• Registration with Social Work England

• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in children’s services

• Knowledge of statutory legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and social care best practices

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Ability to work in multi-agency and inter-professional settings

• Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities

• Understanding of diversity, confidentiality, and information governance

• Proficiency with IT systems and accurate case recording

Why Choose Surrey?

Surrey offers a unique combination of urban convenience and rural charm, with excellent transport links to London and the South East. Enjoy a wealth of cultural events, parks, heritage sites, and family-friendly activities, making it the perfect location to live, work, and grow.

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