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Senior Social Care Worker

Posted 29 September 2025
LocationEpsom
Job type Permanent
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Job description

Parent and Child Practitioner – Mother & Baby Unit

Epsom, Surrey - Permanent £28,000 - £34,000 (experience dependent) Daytime-only shifts

We’re looking for experienced Senior Support Workers to join our Mother & Baby Unit in Epsom. This is a rewarding role where you’ll support families, oversee shifts, and help create safe, therapeutic environments. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, working within a trauma-informed, social work-led environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead daytime shifts (no overnights) ensuring consistency and safety.

  • Provide hands-on parenting support and record observations.

  • Work closely with social workers and assessors.

  • Escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately.

Essential

  • Able to work 6-12hour shifts including weekends on a rota.

  • Experience supporting children & families (residential, early help, domestic abuse, parenting support, etc.)

  • Confident leading shifts and supporting teams

  • Strong understanding of safeguarding & trauma-informed practice

  • Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Essential

  • Level 3+ Health & Social Care qualification,

  • Parent Assess knowledge,

  • experience with complex family needs.

What We Offer

permanent role
Daytime-only shifts (no nights!)
Regular training & reflective practice
Professional, values-led team culture
Real impact on children & families

Start TBC Likely December 25 or January 26 | Interviews from October 2025 (with