https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-social-worker-opus-people-solutions--86082a03-6107-4314-b439-1619b2c9f1da RSS feed for Senior Social Worker at Opus People Solutions. en-gb Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:36:34 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-social-worker-opus-people-solutions--86082a03-6107-4314-b439-1619b2c9f1da https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-social-worker-opus-people-solutions--86082a03-6107-4314-b439-1619b2c9f1da Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:55:48 GMT Location: Suffolk | Salary: 10000-500000 Hourly | Type: Permanent | About the Role Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the South Suffolk Children in Need Team, based in Sudbury. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced service covering both rural and town localities across South Suffolk. Location: Uplands, York Road, Sudbury, CO10 1NF Rate: £38.00 - £40.50 per hour (Umbrella) Working Pattern: 30 hours over 4 days considered Contract: Locum Working Arrangement: Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office You will play a key role in safeguarding and supporting children and families, undertaking a varied caseload and contributing to the team''s assessment and duty functions. The successful candidate will be confident working within a busy environment and experienced in delivering high-quality social work interventions. Key Responsibilities Undertake Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and Section 47. Manage cases involving Children in Need and Child Protection plans. Participate in duty and assessment work within a fast-paced service. Complete timely and robust assessments, reports, and plans. Work collaboratively with children, families, partner ag... Permanent