Senior Social Worker – Locality Team

Company: Sanctuary Personnel
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Location: Sheffield
Job Description:

Overview

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Job Title: Senior Social WorkerSpecialism: Locality TeamJob Location: Sheffield, UKSalary: £35 HourlyType: Locum, Full Time / Part Time, Ongoing

Embark on an adventurous career journey as a Senior Social Worker within our Locality Team in the vibrant city of Sheffield. Enjoy the flexibility of locum work while earning £35 per hour in an ongoing, fulfilling role. Whether you prefer full time or part time hours, this exciting opportunity awaits your expertise and skill.

Benefits

  • One of the standout benefits of this role is the enticing hourly salary. Earn £35 per hour, enjoying the flexibility and autonomy that locum work offers.
  • Additionally, you will gain exposure to a diverse range of cases, enhancing your professional experience and expanding your skill set.
  • Enjoy the freedom of flexible working hours, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Immerse yourself in a supportive work environment that encourages continuous professional development, helping you grow and thrive in your career.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex caseload, including high-risk and safeguarding cases, while ensuring timely and effective interventions.
  • Lead and carry out comprehensive assessments and care planning, ensuring person-centred and strengths-based approaches.
  • Chair or contribute to strategy meetings, case conferences, and reviews, ensuring all voices are heard and considered.
  • Conduct safeguarding enquiries, ensuring statutory responses are met promptly and effectively.
  • Provide supervision and guidance to social workers or ASYEs as needed, fostering professional growth and development.
  • Make informed risk-based decisions, ensuring concerns are escalated and addressed appropriately.
  • Collaborate closely with multi-agency partners, including health, police, education, and housing teams, to ensure holistic care.
  • Maintain compliance with statutory duties, local policies, and court requirements, preparing necessary court reports and evidence.
  • Advocate for service improvement, promoting continuous development within the team.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026