Social Worker - Children & Families in Edinburgh, Midlothian

Social Worker – Children & Families
Location: Just outside of Edinburgh (Hybrid Working)
Pay Rate: £42 per hour
Contract: Temporary / Agency
Working Pattern: Hybrid working with a condensed 4-day week available if preferred

Seven Resourcing are recruiting an experienced Social Worker – Children & Families to join a statutory children’s social care service just outside of Edinburgh. This role offers flexible hybrid working, a competitive hourly rate, and the option of a condensed four-day working week, supporting a strong work–life balance.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking Children & Families Social Worker jobs near Edinburgh, child protection social work roles, or local authority social work contracts within a supportive and well-established team.

The Role – Children & Families Social Worker

As a Social Worker within Children & Families services, you will work directly with children, young people, and families to promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive outcomes. You will manage a statutory caseload, undertaking assessments, interventions, and reviews in line with legislation, policy, and best practice.

You will work closely with multi-agency partners including education, health, and third-sector services to deliver effective and child-centred outcomes.

Key Responsibilities – Social Worker (Children & Families)

• Undertake statutory assessments of children and families

• Manage cases involving child protection, children in need, and looked-after children

• Develop and implement care plans and child protection plans

• Prepare high-quality reports and attend case conferences, reviews, and court hearings

• Carry out direct work with children, young people, and families

• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard and support children

• Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with local authority requirements

• Manage risk effectively and make sound professional decisions

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

• Post-qualifying experience in Children & Families Social Work

• Strong knowledge of child protection, safeguarding, and children’s legislation

• Ability to manage a statutory caseload effectively

• Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills

• Ability to work effectively within a hybrid and flexible working model

Why Work with Seven Resourcing?

Seven Resourcing is a leading recruitment agency for Children’s Social Work, Children & Families roles, and Local Authority contracts across the UK. With over 3,000 Excellent reviews on Trustpilot and more than 20 industry awards, we are committed to providing high-quality roles, competitive pay, and dedicated support throughout your contract.

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