?? Location: Harrow
?? Salary: £38,219 - £49,128 per annum
? Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM
?? Contract Type: Permanent

Are you a dedicated and compassionate social worker looking to make a real impact in children’s lives? Join our First Response Team in Harrow, where you’ll play a vital role in safeguarding and supporting vulnerable children and families at the point of referral.

As a Children’s Social Worker or Senior Social Worker, you will be the first point of contact for children in need of protection and support. Working within a fast-paced, multi-agency team, you will assess risks, make informed decisions, and ensure children receive the right interventions at the right time.

• Conduct initial assessments and risk evaluations to safeguard children.
• Work closely with families, schools, health professionals, and other agencies to provide timely support.
• Develop and implement child-centered intervention plans.
• Ensure all casework is compliant with legislation, policies, and best practices.
• Take part in strategy discussions and decision-making to protect children at risk.

? A qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration.
? Experience in children’s safeguarding, child protection, or front-line social work.
? Strong knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance, including the Children Act 1989.
? Excellent risk assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
? A resilient, empathetic, and child-focused approach to practice.

? Competitive salary of £38,219 - £49,128 per annum.
? Career progression opportunities, with support to develop as a Senior Social Worker.
? Ongoing training and professional development.
? A supportive multi-disciplinary team with regular supervision.
? The chance to make a lasting difference in children's lives.

If you are passionate about safeguarding children and want to be part of a committed First Response team, we want to hear from you!