Location
London Borough of Ealing, West London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£44,685 - £54,267 per annum inclusive (Grade 10 – 12 Career Grade)

About the Role
Ealing is a vibrant borough with excellent transport links, a high rate of permanent staff, and a strong commitment to staff development through a wide range of training opportunities and a Career Progression scheme. The Children with Disabilities team is seeking a qualified, SWE registered Social Worker or Senior Social Worker to join a forward-thinking service that has been successful in developing and promoting innovative social care practice.

As a Social Worker in this team, you will manage caseloads of approximately 16-18 children, undertaking duties in line with the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation. Your responsibilities will include investigating allegations of neglect or abuse, instigating Child Protection procedures, supervising children subject to Child Protection Plans, and assessing and supervising children looked after by Ealing to ensure statutory duties are met.

You will prepare reports and statements for family courts, attend court hearings, design and implement care and protection plans, and provide innovative social work services with a high degree of professional autonomy. The role promotes the principle that children should remain with their families wherever possible and, where this is not feasible, to plan secure and permanent futures.

You will also contribute to a learning culture by sharing best practices, supporting students and colleagues through the practice educator framework, and engaging in learning and development activities. This role supports the Council’s vision for Children’s Services aligned with corporate objectives.

Interview date: w/c 19 January 2026

Experience
- Qualified and SWE registered social worker
- Experience working with children with disabilities or in a similar social work setting
- Ability to manage complex caseloads with professional accountability and autonomy
- Experience in court report preparation and attendance is desirable

About you
- Ambitious, professional, and conscientious with a commitment to making a positive difference to children and families
- A team player who collaborates effectively across disciplines
- Comfortable working in a diverse community and eager to explore new social work practices
- Willingness to support and enable learning of others, including students
- Commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

Qualifications
- Qualified Social Worker with current SWE registration
- Experience or willingness to work within the practice educator framework is desirable
- Ealing Council welcomes applications from experienced international social workers and is willing to sponsor the right candidate