Senior Social Worker Leaving Care Team Location: Merton Rate: £39.04 per hour Contract: Locum, Full-Time (36 hours) Merton s Leaving Care Team is looking for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join them on a full-time locum basis. The team works with young people aged , supporting them as they move towards independence and they need someone who gets that this isn t just about ticking boxes. You ll be supporting young people through a critical time in their lives, helping them navigate housing, education, mental health and everything else that comes with becoming an adult often without the safety net that others have. What the role involves: Managing a caseload of care leavers aged , including some with complex needs Building strong, trusting relationships and keeping your work young person focused Helping with housing plans, education, employment, and general life support Working alongside YOT, CAMHS, housing, and education teams Preparing for and attending pathway plan reviews and updating assessments What they re looking for: You ve worked with care leavers or older adolescents and understand the challenges they face You re Social Work England registered and confident in holding complex cases You don t just do the visit you build real relationships with young people You ve got a calm, grounded approach and know when to push and when to listen Why choose Merton? Experienced team with solid support and a real focus on good outcomes £39.04 per hour, full-time hours, a