Children’s Social Worker

Health and Care
Uk
June 24, 2025
£41 - £49 / year
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

Social Worker – Children’s Locality Team

Employer: Sutton Council
Location: Sutton, London Borough of Sutton
Contract Type: Permanent | Full Time
Hours: 36 per week
Grade: 8
Salary: £40,755 – £48,531 per annum (up to £50,574 with unconsolidated maximum)
Annual Leave: 28 days plus bank holidays
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025, 23:55
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: #LI-SR

Make a Real Difference in Sutton’s Children’s Social Care

Sutton Council is looking for experienced and dedicated Social Workers to join our Children’s Locality Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a borough that values innovation, supports its workforce, and prioritises the safety and wellbeing of children and families.

You’ll play a key role in supporting children and young people through comprehensive assessments, SMART planning, and strengths-based interventions. Our goal is clear: to deliver excellent outcomes and empower families within their communities.

Why Join Sutton?

Competitive Pay & Bonuses:

  • Starting salary: £40,755
  • Welcome payment: £1,000 paid with first salary*

Retention payments:

  • £1,000 after 1 year
  • £2,000 after 2 years
  • £3,000 annually from year 3 onwards*
  • Reimbursement of Social Work England registration
  • Fuel allowance and Zip car scheme access

Work-Life Balance & Benefits:

  • Up to 32 days’ annual leave (with service progression)
  • Flexible working arrangements (including home and office hybrid model)
  • Subsidised gym membership and staff discounts
  • Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes

Development Opportunities:

  • Access to Developing Together Social Work Teaching Partnership with Kingston University
  • Ongoing CPD and specialist training
  • Opportunities to mentor students and NQSWs in the ASYE programme
  • Attendance at workshops, conferences, and access to research

Inclusive Workplace Culture:

  • Strong support from accessible managers and regular supervision
  • Diverse staff networks including BAME+A, LGBTQ+A, and Women’s+A
  • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Social Worker, you will:

  • Work within a restorative practice framework to build partnerships with families
  • Undertake statutory assessments under Section 17 and Section 47 of the Children Act 1989
  • Lead and coordinate multi-agency plans and interventions
  • Carry out direct work with children, ensuring their voice, wishes and views inform planning
  • Maintain compliance with all safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures

About You

We’re looking for passionate professionals who can bring energy, empathy, and insight to our team. You’ll need to:

  • Be a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Worker england.
  • Have at least 2 years post-qualifying experience (ideally in a UK statutory setting)
  • Demonstrate sound understanding of safeguarding frameworks and legal thresholds
  • Possess strong communication, analytical and organisational skills
  • Show confidence working in a fast-paced environment, delivering high-quality support

About Sutton Council & Our Vision

Sutton is a borough with ambition. Through our corporate plan, Ambitious for Sutton, we’re investing in housing, schools, and health innovation through the London Cancer Hub. We are proud of our high resident satisfaction, proactive community engagement, and inclusive culture.

With 10 well-connected train stations, Sutton is just 30 minutes from Central London, and offers a great balance of urban convenience and community warmth. Learn more about the borough and our work: Sutton Council

Visa Sponsorship

This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, depending on your personal circumstances and meeting Home Office criteria.

For more information on visa eligibility, please visit:
Skilled Worker visa – GOV.UK

How to Apply

Please apply online by outlining your relevant skills and experience in relation to the job profile. We use an anonymous shortlisting process to ensure fairness and reduce bias in recruitment.

Early applications are encouraged, as we may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.

Informal Enquiries:
For more information, contact Sutton’s Children’s Social Care team or apply online through the Sutton Council vacancies portal.

*Retention and welcome bonuses are subject to terms and conditions.

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