Senior Social Worker
CV-LibraryHammersmithcontractPosted: 16 June 2026
Apply NowHammersmith & Fulham | Locum | £39.04 per hour | Hybrid Working
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. This is a fast-paced frontline role focused on completing high-quality assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive timely and effective interventions.
You will work with children and families from the point of referral, undertaking assessments and progressing plans to safeguard children and improve outcomes through relationship-based practice.
In this role, you will:
Undertake Child and Family Assessments
Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations
Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment phase
Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families
Undertake direct work with children to understand their lived experiences and needs
Lead and participate in strategy discussions, core groups, and multi-agency meetings
Progress cases through pre-proceedings and court processes where required
Provide guidance and support to less experienced Social Workers within the team
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Strong experience within Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Duty services
Child in Need and Child Protection experience
Court work and pre-proceedings experience
Ability to manage complex safeguarding cases confidently
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team role in Hammersmith & Fulham, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply)
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Assessment Team. This is a fast-paced frontline role focused on completing high-quality assessments, managing safeguarding concerns, and ensuring children and families receive timely and effective interventions.
You will work with children and families from the point of referral, undertaking assessments and progressing plans to safeguard children and improve outcomes through relationship-based practice.
In this role, you will:
Undertake Child and Family Assessments
Complete Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries and investigations
Manage Child in Need and Child Protection cases during the assessment phase
Assess risk and develop outcome-focused plans for children and families
Undertake direct work with children to understand their lived experiences and needs
Lead and participate in strategy discussions, core groups, and multi-agency meetings
Progress cases through pre-proceedings and court processes where required
Provide guidance and support to less experienced Social Workers within the team
Prepare high-quality assessments, reports, and court documentation
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements
What You’ll Need:
Social Work England Registration
Social Work Qualification
At least 3 years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
Strong experience within Assessment, Referral & Assessment, or Duty services
Child in Need and Child Protection experience
Court work and pre-proceedings experience
Ability to manage complex safeguarding cases confidently
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment
Why Sheldon Phillips?
Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.
If you want to know more about this Senior Social Worker – Assessment Team role in Hammersmith & Fulham, give Ellis Russell a call on (phone number removed) – let’s have a chat!
And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply)