Social Worker – Child and Family Help Team

Job Description

Job Title: Social Worker – Child and Family Help Team
Specialism: Children’s Services
Location: Twickenham, UK
Salary: £37.52 Per Hour
Type: Ongoing / Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a well-established Child and Family Help Team based in Twickenham. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed practitioner with experience in supporting children, young people, and families through targeted early help and statutory interventions. Working within a supportive multi-disciplinary team, you will manage a varied caseload, complete high-quality assessments, and deliver outcome-focused interventions that promote the safety and wellbeing of children while preventing the escalation of risk wherever possible.

Perks and Benefits

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy a flexible working pattern with a combination of office-based and home working, including three office days per week.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join an experienced and collaborative team that encourages knowledge sharing and professional development.
• Reflective Supervision: Benefit from regular one-to-one supervision and group learning sessions to support your practice.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities, reflective practice, and continuous professional development.
• Modern Agile Working: Work with digital technology that enables effective case management and flexible working.
• Excellent Location: Based in Twickenham with good transport links and access to local amenities.

What You Will Do

• Manage a caseload of children, young people, and families requiring early help and statutory social work intervention.
• Complete comprehensive assessments, formulate care and support plans, and review outcomes in partnership with children and their families.
• Undertake child-focused direct work that promotes positive outcomes and improves family resilience.
• Carry out child protection enquiries, risk assessments, safety planning, and contingency planning where required.
• Chair and contribute to professional meetings, ensuring effective multi-agency collaboration.
• Build strong working relationships with partner agencies to deliver coordinated and timely interventions.
• Maintain accurate case records, prepare high-quality reports, and ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities and departmental procedures.
• Effectively manage workload and prioritise cases to meet statutory timescales and service objectives.
• Promote the voice of the child throughout all aspects of assessment, planning, and intervention.
• Contribute positively to team development by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and promoting best practice.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) or equivalent post-qualification experience.
• Experience working with children, young people, and families within statutory children’s services.
• Sound knowledge of relevant children’s legislation, safeguarding procedures, and statutory guidance.
• Experience completing assessments, managing risk, and delivering effective child protection interventions.
• Excellent assessment, analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-agency environment while managing a busy caseload independently.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work and meet statutory deadlines.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred practice and achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

Why Twickenham?

Twickenham offers an excellent working environment with strong transport links, vibrant local communities, and a wide range of amenities. Working within Children’s Services provides the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing your career within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Working with Ardent Social

At Ardent Social, we are committed to connecting experienced social work professionals with outstanding opportunities across the UK. We provide a transparent, supportive, and professional recruitment experience, helping you secure roles that match your skills, experience, and career aspirations.

Apply today to join the Child and Family Help Team in Twickenham and take the next step in your social work career with Ardent Social.