Consultant Social Worker l CIC/LAC - Suffolk

Suffolk County Council is currently seeking an experienced Consultant Social Worker to join their Children in Care (CIC) team based in Ipswich.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior practitioner with strong CIC and supervisory experience to step into a leadership-focused locum role.

Role Details:

• Position: Consultant Social Worker - Children in Care
• Location: Beacon House, White House Rd, Ipswich, IP1 5PB
• Rate: £42 per hour
• Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days per week in the office)

About the Role:
You will be working within the Ipswich North and East & Coastal CIC team, supporting children in care proceedings, long-term care, and those progressing towards permanence.

As a Consultant Social Worker, you will:

• Support the Team Manager with oversight, supervision, and development of social workers
• Provide guidance on complex cases and step in where urgent support is required
• Hold a small caseload where necessary
• Undertake direct work with children, including capturing their wishes and feelings
• Complete life story work and produce life story books
• Write and review care plans in line with children's needs
• Prepare reports for CIC reviews and court proceedings
• Work collaboratively with carers, families, and multi-agency professionals (IROs, Guardians, Health, Education)

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience within a Children in Care team
• Strong experience in care proceedings
• Experience supervising social workers
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (due to travel to rural placements)

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Adarsh Parihar at or call on 020 8152 8922.

Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Bonus for finding your own job
• Twice weekly payroll
• Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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