https://jobs.co.uk/job/disabled-children-team-randstad-care--716dab62-12bd-4cc8-a778-92bc01a9839d RSS feed for Disabled Children Team at Randstad Care. en-gb Sun, 24 May 2026 05:11:11 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/disabled-children-team-randstad-care--716dab62-12bd-4cc8-a778-92bc01a9839d https://jobs.co.uk/job/disabled-children-team-randstad-care--716dab62-12bd-4cc8-a778-92bc01a9839d Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Newcastle upon Tyne | Salary: £27 - £31.74/hour | Type: Temporary | Newcastle City Council is seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our established and supportive team within Children''s Social Care. This role is essential for driving high-quality, reflective practice, leading complex casework, and mentoring colleagues. If you have proven expertise in statutory duties, complex court work, and a passion for shaping the development of others, this is a pivotal opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic city. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Social Worker, your duties will focus on complex casework and peer support: Case Leadership: Manage a reduced, specialized caseload consisting of the most complex or high-risk cases, often involving high-level risk assessment, complex family dynamics, and court proceedings ( Public Law Outline / PLO ). Expert Consultation: Provide formal and informal consultation, guidance, and support to colleagues and Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs) on complex statutory requirements and risk management. Legal Expertise: Take the lead role in preparing comprehensive court statements, care plans, and attending court hearings, ensuring robust analysis and evidence-... Temporary