Social Worker - Looked After Children (LAC) Team

Luton Council | £38.84 per hour (Umbrella)

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join Luton Council's Looked After Children (LAC) Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Social Worker with experience supporting children in care, promoting positive outcomes and ensuring children receive the support and protection they need.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of Looked After Children, ensuring their welfare and safety remain a priority.
• Undertaking assessments and developing care plans to meet children's individual needs.
• Conducting statutory visits and completing reviews in line with legislative requirements.
• Working collaboratively with foster carers, families, IROs and other professionals.
• Supporting permanence planning and ensuring timely decision-making for children.
• Preparing reports and maintaining accurate case records in accordance with statutory guidance.
• Promoting the voice, wishes and feelings of children and young people in care.

Essential Requirements

• Social Work qualification or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience working in Social Work roles within a UK English Local Authority.
• Relevant experience working with Looked After Children and within children's statutory services.
• Strong assessment, care planning and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively with children, families and multi-agency professionals.

Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy

• DBS costs covered.
• Referral bonus for recommending other social workers.
• Additional bonus for finding your own job.
• Twice-weekly payroll.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.

Role Details

• Council: Luton Council
• Team: Looked After Children (LAC)
• Pay Rate: £38.84 per hour (Umbrella)
• Contract: Agency rolling contract

Interested in this opportunity? Contact Mayur Rabari at Eden Brown Synergy on or email to discuss the role and submit your updated CV.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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