Children & Families Social Worker in Southampton, Hampshire

Southampton
contract, full-time
£42 per hour

UK working eligibility only.

Children & Families Social Worker – Southampton
Location: Southampton
Contract: Temporary, Full-time
Pay: Up to £42 per hour

Seven Resourcing are looking for an experienced Children & Families Social Worker to join Southampton City Council’s Young People’s Service. This is a full-time, temporary position offering up to £42 per hour.

The Young People’s Service responds to challenges across the city such as contextual safeguarding, serious youth violence, emotional health and wellbeing, and family breakdown. The service brings together Youth Justice, Missing and Exploitation, Young People’s Social Work, Early Help, and Child & Adolescent Mental Health support.

Key Responsibilities of the Social Worker:

  • Deliver high standards of social work practice, ensuring children and families receive effective support.

  • Undertake assessments, visits, and reports in line with statutory requirements.

  • Manage complex caseloads, including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care cases.

  • Work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.

  • Apply legislation, good practice, and evidence-based approaches to inform decision making.

Applicant Requirements:

  • Qualified Social Worker (BA/MA/BSc/MSc in Social Work, CQSW, or DipSW).

  • Registration with Social Work England.

  • Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualifying experience within statutory children and families services.

  • Strong skills in assessment, safeguarding, and managing complex cases.

  • Commitment to trauma-informed, reflective practice and continuous professional development.

  • Excellent communication skills, resilience, and a solution-focused approach.

  • Enhanced DBS check.

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

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