Social Worker - Safeguarding Team in Lewisham, London

JOB-20240819-db742659

Locum Social Worker – Safeguarding Team

Specialism: Safeguarding
Location: Lewisham, London
Rate: £37.63 per hour
Type: Locum | Full-Time / Part-Time
Contract: Ongoing

Join the Safeguarding Team in Lewisham

Take the next step in your career as a Locum Social Worker in the Safeguarding Team at Lewisham Council. With an hourly rate of £37.63, flexible working hours, and an ongoing contract, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying professional growth and autonomy.

This role is ideal for an experienced and resilient practitioner who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to delivering high-quality, relationship-based interventions that protect children and support families.

Why Choose This Role?

• Flexible Work Options: Choose full-time or part-time hours to align with your lifestyle.

• Professional Growth: Access ongoing training, reflective supervision, and development opportunities.

• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a multidisciplinary team committed to safeguarding excellence.

• Valuable Experience: Gain exposure to complex and high-risk casework that enhances your professional portfolio.

• Networking & Variety: Locum work allows you to build relationships across services and find your best career fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold a reduced but complex caseload, including long-term child protection and court-involved cases.

• Lead Section 47 enquiries and contribute to strategy discussions in high-risk scenarios.

• Undertake comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, and manage risk to ensure children’s safety.

• Mentor and support less experienced practitioners and students within the team.

• Write and present robust court reports, attend hearings, and give expert evidence.

• Build strong multi-agency partnerships to deliver coordinated, child-centred safeguarding responses.

• Champion best practice, comply with statutory frameworks, and contribute to service improvement activities.

• Actively participate in team learning, peer reviews, and regular supervision sessions.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent

• Registration with Social Work England

Experience:

• Significant post-qualified experience in statutory children’s services

• Proven ability to manage high-risk child protection and safeguarding cases

• Experience providing peer support, mentoring, or supervision within a team

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of legislation, safeguarding protocols, and child development

• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills

• Effective communicator, both in writing and verbally

Personal Attributes:

• Resilient and adaptable with emotional intelligence

• Committed to trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and inclusive practice

• Confident in professional judgement and able to manage complexity

Life in Lewisham

Lewisham offers a diverse and dynamic community, rich in culture and green spaces. With excellent transport links placing you minutes from Central London, it's an ideal place for professionals seeking both vibrant city life and community-oriented living.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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Apply today to make a difference as a Locum Social Worker in Lewisham’s Safeguarding Team – where your expertise, compassion, and leadership will be valued.

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