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Qualified Social Worker - Luton
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 29.11 - 29.11 / Day
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Luton, Bedfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Social Worker – Children & Families (L7–M1) | Luton Borough Council 🌟
Department: Children, Families & Education
Division: Children’s Services
Location: Luton
Grade: L7 – M1 (Spinal Point 26–31)
Reports to: Team Manager / Deputy Team Manager
🔹 About the Role
We’re seeking a committed Social Worker (Children & Families) to assess, support and safeguard children, young people and families across Luton. You will work directly with vulnerable children, coordinate multi-agency interventions, complete statutory duties, and ensure every child’s voice is heard through high-quality, strength-based practice.
🔹 Key Responsibilities
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Complete professional assessments of need and risk using Luton’s effective support framework.
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Undertake statutory duties under the Children Act 1989, including investigations, court work, adoption/permanency planning and risk assessments.
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Develop SMART care plans that empower families and ensure effective multi-agency support.
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Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and families through direct work and participation.
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Maintain high-quality case records on Liquid Logic, meeting all GDPR and timescale requirements.
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Prepare and deliver court statements, representing the Local Authority with professionalism.
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Maintain CPD through the Social Work Academy, supervision, and Research in Practice.
🔹 Working Environment
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Home visits across the borough (some lone working).
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Occasional exposure to emotional or aggressive behaviour (training provided).
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Frequent multi-agency meetings in varied locations.
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Remote/hybrid working aligned with Council policy.
🔹 About You – What We’re Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills
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Substantial post-qualifying social work experience, ideally with children & families.
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Ability to assess complex situations, manage risk, and work with challenging cases with minimal supervision.
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Strong communication skills (verbal & written) and ability to produce clear reports.
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Experience using local authority recording systems and maintaining detailed case files.
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Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage conflicting priorities.
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Confident in multi-disciplinary work and representing the Local Authority in court.
Specialist Knowledge
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Strong understanding of Children Act 1989, related legislation, safeguarding procedures, and statutory responsibilities.
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Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, thresholds of need, and significant harm.
Education / Registration
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Social Work England registration (required)
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Completed Social Work qualification.
Other Requirements
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Ability to travel for home visits.
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Willingness to work outside core hours when required.
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Enhanced criminal record disclosure (role exempt under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act).
🔹 Our Practice Model
Luton is committed to strength-based practice, built around the 4 C’s:
✓ Conversations that build meaningful relationships
✓ Curiosity to understand lived experiences
✓ Courage to try new approaches
✓ Consideration for diversity, inclusion and respect
🔹 Career Development
Our Career Progression Framework supports growth from Newly Qualified Social Worker to Senior Practitioner, with clear routes into Deputy Team Manager and Team Manager roles. You’ll be part of a stable, supported workforce dedicated to high-quality practice and outstanding outcomes for childrenBefore You Apply
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