Permanent Senior Social Worker role in a new Family Help Pod, covering Early Help through to Looked After Children. Interviews are due 19 November 2026.
Brighton and Hove City Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Brighton paying £45,529 to £48,738 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Works in one of the new Family Help Pods in the children's Family Help and Protection service, holding a caseload from early help through to child protection and care proceedings. Also supports and mentors students and newly qualified social workers, and deputises for the Pod Manager.
About Brighton and Hove City Council
Brighton and Hove City Council is the unitary authority for the city of Brighton and Hove on the Sussex coast, covering Brighton, Hove, Portslade and suburbs such as Patcham, Woodingdean and Rottingdean. With town halls in both Brighton and Hove, it runs all local council services, from schools and social care to highways, housing and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England
- Substantial post-qualifying experience with children and families
- Experience across Child in Need, child protection, court work and care planning
- Trauma-informed, relationship-based practice
- Able to mentor students and newly qualified social workers
- DBS check required
What’s on offer
- Wide benefits package, details online
- Leave and pension benefits
- Wellbeing support
- Professional development and career progression
How to apply
You apply directly with Brighton and Hove City Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Brighton and Hove City Council’s website.
