Social Worker – Children Looked After Team

Job Description

Job Title: Social Worker – Children Looked After Team
Specialism: Children’s Services
Location: Somerset, UK
Salary: £38.00 Per Hour
Type: Temporary / Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join a well-established Children Looked After Team based in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a stable and high-performing team that has recently achieved a ‘Good’ rating, with several areas recognised as ‘Outstanding’ through internal inspection. Working with children and young people aged 0–18, you will play a vital role in delivering positive outcomes through high-quality, child-centred practice.

Perks and Benefits

Flexible Working: Benefit from a flexible working arrangement with office attendance required once a week for team meetings and on designated duty days.

Supportive Team Environment: Join a settled and experienced team that values collaboration, professional support, and shared learning.

Professional Development: Access a range of CPD opportunities to support your ongoing learning and career development.

Innovative Technology: Benefit from access to innovative AI technology, including Magic Notes, to support practice and efficiency.

Varied and Rewarding Caseload: Work with children and young people across a broad age range and with varying levels of complexity.

What You Will Do

Relationship-Based Practice: Build trusting and effective relationships with children, young people, and families using strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches.

Assessment and Care Planning: Complete high-quality assessments, care plans, and pathway plans that promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes.

Children Looked After Responsibilities: Support children and young people through statutory processes, reviews, and planning activities.

Court and Adoption Work: Undertake court-related work and adoption responsibilities, including the preparation of later life letters and life story work.

Multi-Agency Working: Work collaboratively with families, communities, education providers, health professionals, and partner agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Meetings and Reviews: Participate in TAC meetings, PEP meetings, and other professional forums to support effective planning and intervention.

Recording and Reporting: Maintain accurate records and prepare high-quality reports and documentation in line with statutory requirements and best practice.

Duty Responsibilities: Participate in team duty arrangements and contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Somerset

Somerset offers a rewarding practice environment with a strong commitment to supporting children, young people, and families. This role provides the opportunity to work within a highly regarded team while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children in care.

Working with Ardent Social

At Ardent Social, we are passionate about connecting experienced social work professionals with high-quality opportunities across the UK. We pride ourselves on providing a transparent, supportive, and professional recruitment experience tailored to your career goals and aspirations.

Apply now to join the Children Looked After Team in Somerset and take the next exciting step in your social work career with Ardent Social.