CSW Social Worker (Band 3) - Mid Rate

Who You Are

You will be a qualified and experienced Social Worker with a strong understanding of statutory children's social work. You will have substantial experience in assessment, care planning, safeguarding, and court work, alongside the ability to build effective relationships with children, families, and professional partners. You will be committed to delivering high standards of practice and be able to demonstrate cultural awareness, professional curiosity, and sound decision-making in complex situations.

What the Job Involves

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join Westminster Children's Services and contribute to the delivery of high-quality social work interventions that improve outcomes for children, young people, and families. Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team, you will manage a caseload of allocated and newly referred children and families, undertaking statutory social work responsibilities in line with national legislation, statutory guidance, and local policies.

• Manage a caseload of children and families requiring assessment, support, protection, or care planning.
• Undertake assessments and formulate plans in accordance with statutory guidance and departmental procedures.
• Complete Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Looked After Children (LAC) plans.
• Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, statements, and care plans within required timescales.
• Participate in court proceedings and provide evidence where required.
• Contribute to permanency planning and support children who are looked after or leaving care.

Skills

• Strong understanding of statutory social work processes and legislation.
• Excellent direct work and family engagement skills.
• Strong reflective and analytical practice skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to produce clear, evidence-based reports and assessments.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet statutory deadlines.
• Ability to analyse complex information and develop SMART plans.
• Ability to identify needs and support families to access appropriate services and resources.
• Commitment to accurate record keeping and data compliance.