Working in Children's Social Care at Hillingdon

Join Hillingdon's children's services team and help make a positive difference to the lives of children, young people and families.

Rated outstanding by Ofsted, we are committed to helping children, young people and families thrive, guided by our High Five priorities which shape everything we do.

Our approach 

We believe positive change happens through strong relationships with children and families. Our social workers: 

  • listen to and understand lived experiences 
  • work collaboratively with families and partner organisations 
  • use research and evidence to inform practice 
  • promote early intervention and continuous improvement 
  • involve children and families in shaping services.

Our priorities 

We focus on: 

  • keeping children safe
  • giving children the best start in life
  • providing timely and effective support
  • supporting families to stay together where it is safe to do so
  • building a skilled and supported workforce.

Hear from our Principal Social Worker 

Watch our video to learn more about working in Children's Social Care in Hillingdon. 

Current vacancies 

View our latest Children's Social Care opportunities on the council's jobs website. 

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For an informal discussion about opportunities, email recruitment@hillingdon.gov.uk and include your name, contact details and area of interest. 

Other children's services career opportunities

If you're interested in working with children and young people, you can also explore these specialist recruitment websites.

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Why work for Hillingdon?

Hillingdon is London's 2nd largest borough, home to Heathrow and boasts countless beautiful parks and greens spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.

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The High Five

Learn about Children's Social Care's 5 priorities for supporting children, young people and families.

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