Consultant Social Worker Children in Care Suffolk Suffolk County Council is currently seeking an experienced Consultant Social Worker to join their Children in Care service.Role: Consultant Social Worker - Children in Care Location: West Suffolk House, Western Way, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3YU Rate: 42 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 6 months Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days per week in-officeAbout the RoleThis role focuses on children who are in care proceedings, in long-term care, or progressing toward permanent alternative care plans.As a Consultant Social Worker, you will:Support the Team Manager with strong oversight, supervision, and guidance across the team.Provide flexible support with case management and direct work when required.Hold a small caseload if needed.Step in to manage urgent or complex tasks to ensure continuity of support and safeguarding.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake direct work with children in care, understanding their lived experiences, wishes, and feelings.Complete life story work and produce life story books.Write, review, and update Care Plans based on children''s assessed needs.Produce high-quality reports for CIC Reviews and Court (care proceedings).Work collaboratively with carers, parents, family networks, IROs, Guardians, Health, Education, and other professionals involved in care planning.Essential Requirements:Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalentAt least 3 years'' experience as a social worker within children''s servicesSocial Work ..... full job details .....