Social Worker - Children Looked After Team
East Riding of Yorkshire Council | £30 - £35 per hour (Umbrella)
Location: Beverley Children's Centre (HU17)
Role Details
Position: Social Worker / Senior Social Worker (dependent on experience)
Team: Children Looked After (CLA) Team
Council: East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Pay Rate: £30 per hour (QSW) - up to £35 per hour (Senior Social Worker)
Contract Type: Locum
Working Pattern: Full-time
Location: Beverley Children's Centre, Beverley HU17
Parking: Free on-site parking available
About the Role
An excellent locum opportunity is available for a Qualified Social Worker to join the Children Looked After Team at East Riding of Yorkshire Council. Based at Beverley Children's Centre, this role involves supporting children and young people in care up to the age of 16.
The CLA team works to promote stability, permanency, and improved outcomes for looked-after children through comprehensive care planning and direct work. You will join a supportive and well-established team committed to delivering high-quality, child-centred services.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of looked-after children in accordance with statutory guidelines
Build and maintain strong, consistent relationships with children and carers
Attend and contribute to statutory reviews, PEPs, and LAC health assessments
Undertake direct work to support children's emotional well-being and placement stability
Produce high-quality reports and maintain clear, concise records
Ensure care plans are tailored to meet each child's individual needs
Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to ensure positive outcomes
Comply with all safeguarding protocols and legislative requirements
Requirements
Social Work qualification (BA/MA Social Work, DipSW or equivalent)
Registration with Social Work England
Post-qualification experience within a Children Looked After or statutory children's services team
Sound understanding of the Children Act 1989 and relevant CLA legislation
Clear, confident communication and strong report-writing skills
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
Car driver with access to a vehicle is preferred (for visits)
Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy
Competitive hourly rates - up to £35 per hour for senior-level applicants
Access to exclusive roles across the UK
Dedicated, experienced consultant to support your placement
Speedy compliance and onboarding process
Up to £300 referral bonus when you refer another social worker (terms apply)
Flexible locum contracts offering work-life balance
Interested?
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