Location
Newham Dockside, E16 2QU – Hybrid role

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£46,133 - £57,194 (includes market supplement)

About the Role
Join the London Borough of Newham and help build a fairer community for children and families. We are a vibrant, culturally rich borough with a young population and a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and anti-discrimination. Our social work practice flourishes within a culture centred on systemic and restorative approaches, supported by our innovative 'Circles of Support' model.

As a Social Worker in our Children in Care (LAC) teams, you will provide statutory services to children in care, their families, and support networks. You will work restoratively, using systemic tools to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children while acting as a corporate parent. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with care proceedings court work, fully supported by senior colleagues, practice development social workers, clinical family therapists, and a comprehensive CP Chair service.

We value your wellbeing and offer a flexible, hybrid working environment with remote working options when not visiting children and families, modern office facilities, and a clinical support offer to help you perform at your best. Career progression is a reality at Newham, with numerous internal promotions and professional development opportunities through our Social Care Academy.

Experience
Applicants must be qualified social workers registered with Social Work England and have completed their ASYE or possess equivalent practice experience. Experience working with children in care and their families is essential and must be clearly demonstrated in your CV. Experience within UK social work practice is required.

About you
We seek energetic, empathetic social workers who are committed to restorative, relationship-based practice informed by systemic thinking. You should be passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and families and eager to engage with the learning, support, and career development opportunities Newham offers.

Qualifications
Qualified Social Worker with valid registration with Social Work England. Completion of ASYE or equivalent practice experience is required.