Children's Social Workers - Children Looked

Children's Social Workers – Children Looked After

Up to £52,767 per annum (subject to experience) + Benefits*

Permanent

Full Time (36 Hours)

Wandsworth, London

Ofsted Rating: ‘Good’

Benefits:

• Payment of Social Work England registration fee
• Plus more – view our Children’s Services offer here.

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to change lives and shape futures? Join a team where your creativity, compassion and confidence are not only valued – they are essential.

Every day in Wandsworth, Social Workers are helping families write new chapters in their lives. We empower children and their families to overcome challenges, build resilience and thrive. At the core of our work with Children Looked After, we recognise the importance of their relationships and therefore work closely with the children and young people family members and or other significant people in their lives.

We welcome motivated Social Workers who are ready to bring their heart, skill and vision to a place where their work truly matters. If you are driven by purpose and want to be part of a service that puts relationships at the heart of everything, we want to hear from you.

As a (Senior) Social Worker, you will be joining one of the three Children Looked After Teams. Each team is made up of a Team Manager and five Social Workers. Your work will be supported by Systemic Practitioners and Specialist Practitioners.

In this role, you will be supporting children who are living with relatives, friends, foster families, prospective adopters, or in children's homes and semi‑independent settings. Your primary responsibility will be to build sustainable relationships with these children and plan for their permanence, ensuring their safety and supporting them in taking the necessary steps towards independence.

You will be conducting regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plans, which will allow you to nurture and develop meaningful relationships with children and young people. By understanding and interpreting their wishes, you will be able to champion and support them in reaching their full potential. Occasionally, you may be required to prepare reports and attend court hearings.

In this challenging but rewarding role, you will receive regular supervision and consultations with our Clinical Family Therapy service to ensure you have the necessary support. Additionally, you will work alongside other social workers, placement support officers, and partnership organisations such as Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, and Independent Reviewing Officers.

• A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with your ASYE completed.
• Previous experience of working with Looked After Children.
• Confident in your knowledge and practice, with experience across voluntary and statutory settings.
• A natural collaborator and communicator who brings compassion, creativity and clarity to your work.
• A champion for children and families, with a belief in their potential and a commitment to their rights.

• You will be part of a small team of five Social Workers with manageable caseloads.
• Dedicated business support staff work alongside you to reduce admin and free up your time.
• You will have opportunities to lead, influence and innovate through working groups and service development.
• Our training offer is second to none:
  Systemic Psychotherapy (Levels 1, 2 and
  3), Practice Educator training, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma‑Informed Practice, Leadership Development and much more.
• We offer clear career progression through our panel for Senior Social Worker and Advanced Practitioner roles, plus ASYE, Step Up and Apprenticeship pathways.
• Excellent transport links and a vibrant, supportive working culture.

If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families and want to do it in a place that values your passion, your practice and your purpose – apply now. Wandsworth is where your next chapter begins.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Eric Mensah, Service Manager - Children…