If so, Islington is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and talented Senior Social Worker for the Childrens Services Contact Team (CSCT). CSCT is the Centralised point of contact for all referrals into Childrens Services and Social Emotional Wellbeing Services
As a Senior Social Worker, you will be responsible for optimising outcomes for children and families by providing advice and consultation to members of the public and other professionals, and crucially sharing in the decision-making process related to all contacts to the service. You will also serve as the link practitioner with the co-located Social Emotional Mental Health (SEMH) service, developing specialist skills and knowledge in this area. Key responsibilities include:
Islington continued our Outstanding rating from Ofsted in December 2024, with particular praise for CSCT's "robust and prompt management oversight of referrals" ensuring "children receiving the right help at the right time."
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Matthew Ellis at matthew.ellis@islington.gov.uk. The selection process includes a two-stage interview with initial Motivational Interviewing compatibility testing, followed by written test and panel interview for successful candidates.
We are seeking a dedicated social work professional who shares our commitment to challenging inequality and creating a more equal Islington where everyone has an equal chance to thrive. You will demonstrate a clear understanding of inequities and how they affect different sections of our community, actively contributing to better equality, diversity, and inclusion outcomes. The ideal candidate will:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to enhanced DBS check with children barred list, Social Work England registration, qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Islington is one of the most vibrant areas of London, with a diverse population, a unique cultural identity and a wealth of open spaces, theatres, museums, cinemas, and galleries.
Our Children’s Social Care services have been rated by OFSTED as Outstanding and praises an “unwavering commitment to improving and enriching the lives of children and their families”
A snapshot of what we offer our social workers:
For more information and a discussion about working for London Borough of Islington, contact our Principal Social Worker Wynand McDonald, Principal Child and Family Social Worker at Wynand.mcdonald@islington.gov.uk.