Senior Social Worker - Multi-agency Safeguarding Team in Ealing, London

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Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Multi-Agency Safeguarding Team
Location: Ealing, UK
Salary: £39.04 Hourly
Contract: 3 Months | Full Time (35 hours per week)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Social Worker to join the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Team in Ealing. This pivotal locum role places you at the heart of safeguarding practice, delivering advanced social work expertise, professional judgement, and leadership within a fast-paced multi-agency environment. With a competitive hourly rate of £39.04, this full-time, three-month assignment offers an excellent opportunity to strengthen your experience in safeguarding and decision-making at a senior level.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time Stability: Benefit from consistent full-time hours while retaining the flexibility of locum work

• Variety and Flexibility: Gain exposure to diverse safeguarding scenarios and multi-agency practice

• Professional Growth: Broaden your experience across advanced safeguarding, assessment, and leadership responsibilities

• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative team with access to experienced professionals and guidance

Role overview:
As a Senior Social Worker within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Team, you will play a critical role in screening referrals, making timely safeguarding decisions, and supporting high-quality practice across partner agencies. You will provide professional leadership, ensure statutory compliance, and contribute to safeguarding children and young people through effective multi-agency working.

What you will do:

• Screen and make informed decisions on incoming safeguarding referrals promptly and accurately

• Undertake robust assessments and risk analysis to determine appropriate interventions

• Provide professional leadership and guidance to social workers, promoting high standards of practice

• Work collaboratively with police, health, education, and other partner agencies

• Apply relevant legislation and statutory frameworks to safeguard children effectively

• Prepare and present court reports where required

• Maintain accurate and high-quality records using Mosaic

• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain best practice standards

Essential requirements:

• Strong assessment and analytical skills with the ability to make swift, confident decisions

• Proven experience preparing and presenting court reports

• Proficiency in using Mosaic social work recording systems

Why Ealing?
Ealing is a vibrant and well-connected part of West London, renowned for its leafy parks, strong community spirit, and excellent transport links into central London. With a rich cultural scene, outstanding amenities, and a supportive professional network, Ealing offers an exceptional place to live and work.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning agency, proudly holding an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to securing the best possible rates and matching professionals with roles that reflect their skills, experience, and career ambitions.

Apply now to take the next step in your safeguarding career and earn £39.04 per hour in a high-impact senior social work role.

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