Senior CIN Social Worker

Posted 25 February 2026
Salary 44.61
LocationLeiston IP16 United Kingdom
Job type Full time
Sector Social / NGO / Health & Care
ReferenceRQ1700148

Job description

Summary:

Join the Coastal North Social Care Team at the Waterloo Centre in Leiston as a Child in Need Social Worker. This role is crucial in providing support and assessments for children in need, ensuring their safety and well-being. You will be instrumental in conducting social work assessments, facilitating Child in Need meetings, and engaging in child protection efforts. This position requires a commitment of three days in the office per week for a six-month period.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive social work assessments for children in need.
  • Facilitate and manage Child in Need meetings.
  • Prepare and write Section 7 reports.
  • Engage in child protection work to ensure the safety and well-being of children.

Requirements

Requirements:
  • Proven experience in social work, particularly with children in need.
  • Strong ability to conduct assessments and manage meetings.
  • Excellent report writing skills, specifically for Section 7 reports.
  • Experience in child protection work is essential.
We operate on bi-weekly payment plan