https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-social-worker-sheldon-phillips-ltd--586cd4a8-5080-41a3-b589-ff8a92cef6fb RSS feed for Senior Social Worker at Sheldon Phillips Ltd. en-gb Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:48:38 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-social-worker-sheldon-phillips-ltd--586cd4a8-5080-41a3-b589-ff8a92cef6fb https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-social-worker-sheldon-phillips-ltd--586cd4a8-5080-41a3-b589-ff8a92cef6fb Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Stafford | Salary: £40/hour | Type: Contract | Staffordshire County Council Senior Social Worker – Safeguarding Team Pay Rate: £40 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Staffordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Safeguarding Team. You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, ensuring timely and effective interventions to protect children and improve outcomes. As a Senior Social Worker, you will manage complex safeguarding cases, support colleagues where required, and contribute to maintaining high standards of practice across the service. Key Responsibilities Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments. Manage a complex caseload of Child Protection and Child in Need cases. Undertake Public Law Outline (PLO) work and court proceedings where required. Develop and implement robust safety and care plans. Support and mentor less experienced social workers. Work collaboratively with health, education, police, and partner agencies. Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings. Maintain accurate and timely case recordings. Practice Model Used... Contract