Newcastle City Council is seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our established and supportive team within Children's Social Care. This role is essential for driving high-quality, reflective practice, leading complex casework, and mentoring colleagues.

If you have proven expertise in statutory duties, complex court work, and a passion for shaping the development of others, this is a pivotal opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic city.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Social Worker, your duties will focus on complex casework and peer support:

Case Leadership: Manage a reduced, specialized caseload consisting of the most complex or high-risk cases, often involving high-level risk assessment, complex family dynamics, and court proceedings (Public Law Outline / PLO).

Expert Consultation: Provide formal and informal consultation, guidance, and support to colleagues and Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs) on complex s...