Childrens Social Worker – Family Help Team – #OR110580

Job Description

Herefordshire Council is seeking a passionate, qualified Social Worker to join their Family Help South Locality team, based in Ross-on-Wye. This is a 3-month contract (with extension potential), 37 hours per week, paying up to £30.57 per hour.

Working within a locality-based Family Help team, you will hold and manage a complex caseload as Lead Practitioner, delivering effective help, protection, and intervention for children and families. You will assess needs, identify risks, and develop tailored Family Help Plans in partnership with multi-agency colleagues. The role includes chairing and contributing to Child in Need meetings, core groups, and strategy discussions, as well as safeguarding work and partnership with the Multi-Agency Child Protection Team (MACPT) where concerns arise. Court work, report writing, and accurate recording are also key elements.

Herefordshire operates a restorative approach to practice, rated Outstanding for Leadership by Ofsted, with senior managers actively available for support on complex cases.

You will hold a Social Work degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent, be registered with Social Work England, and have a minimum of 3 years’ statutory children and families experience. Confidence in safeguarding, child protection, risk assessment, and relevant legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004 and Working Together 2026 is essential.

If you are committed to delivering high-quality restorative practice and making a meaningful difference for children and families in Herefordshire, apply today.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

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* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
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