244 child protection social worker jobs found

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection Rate: £39.04 per hour Contract Type: Locum Working Model: Hybrid (minimum 2 days in office) Hackney Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join our Child Protection Team. This is an opportunity to work in one of London?s most vibrant and diverse boroughs. Key Responsibilities: Manage Children in Need and Child Protection cases Undertake Court work, allocated based on your experience Contribute to trauma-informed, systemic practice Engage in regular supervision (individual and group)What We Offer: Supportive and friendly working environment Manageable caseloads Access to in-house training for agency workers Commitment to anti-racist and trauma-informed practice Develop your practice, Court work is allocated depending on level of experience.About You: Qualified Social Worker SWE Reg Experience in Children in Need, Child Protection, and Court work Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of...

Job Title: Child protection, Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Temporary Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role You will be joining a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council. Day to day activities As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to: deliver...

Child Protection Social Worker - Rochdale - £39ph Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester Rate: Up to £39.00 per hour (Umbrella) - depending on experience Hours: 37 hours per week - Full-time Contract Type: Agency / Temporary Rochdale Family Support and Protection Service Needs You! We're working with Rochdale Borough Council to recruit enthusiastic, skilled, and experienced Social Workers to join the Family Support and Protection Service (Child Protection Team). This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of Rochdale's exciting transition to the Family Safeguarding Model - a multi-disciplinary, whole-family approach to improving outcomes for children. As part of this transformation, you'll work in co-located teams with specialist practitioners, providing early, coordinated, and effective interventions. What You'll Do Manage a Child Protection caseload, undertaking assessments, care planning, and direct work with children and families. Carry out Section 47 enquiries, Child in...

Child Protection Social Worker - Dorset Council Location: Dorset (various locations available) Pay: £38 - £42 per hour Contract: Temporary Make a difference where it matters most. Join Dorset's Child Protection Team and be part of a values-driven service committed to safeguarding children and supporting families through meaningful, trauma-informed practice. About the Role As a Child Protection Social Worker, you will play a vital role in assessing risk, developing care plans, and working collaboratively with families and partner agencies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children. You'll manage a varied caseload, contribute to strategy discussions and case conferences, and provide written reports for court proceedings when required. What We're Looking For We're seeking experienced, compassionate professionals who are confident in their decision-making and committed to working in partnership with children and families. You'll need to be registered with Social Work England and...

Job Title: Child protection, Social Worker Location: East Dorset Contract Type: Temporary Salary: £38.00 - £42.00ph About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role You will be joining a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council. Day to day activities As a Child Protection Practitioner, you will be working in a multi-agency child protection team with families who are subject to complex Child in Need plans, Child Protection plans, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings to: deliver...

Are you someone who believes that every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and successful in school? Do you have the patience, empathy, and determination to help children with additional needs overcome barriers and thrive? We are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our brand-new Specialist Satellite Provision supporting Key Stage 1 and 2 pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new, nurturing setting that puts relationships, inclusion, and wellbeing at the heart of learning. What You'll Be Doing As a Teaching Assistant in our new provision, you will: Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs, helping them access learning and develop key life skills. Use trauma-informed and nurturing approaches to help children regulate emotions, build confidence, and develop positive relationships. Support teaching and learning by...

Locum Children's Social Worker – Safeguarding & Support Are you an experienced and passionate Children’s Social Worker looking for your next opportunity? Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Services, recently rated ‘Good’ in their full ILACS Ofsted inspection, are seeking a skilled Agency Social Worker to join their Safeguarding and Support team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing and supportive team dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families. You will be responsible for managing a caseload of complex safeguarding, child protection and court work cases working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals. Key Requirements: A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in Safeguarding, Child Protection and Court Work SWE registered Car driver with access to a vehicle Experience with Protocol Liquid Logic is desirable, but not essential Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to work autonomously and within a...

Autism Support Worker * Primary School in the Heywood area * Full-time roles available (8.30am-3.30pm) * Start date: November 2025 * End date: Ongoing (long-term role) Aspire People are looking to recruit for a number of posts across Primary schools in and around the Heywood/ Rochdale area for staffing whether this be long-term cover i.e., maternity leave, gaps in staffing and additional funding as well as short-term i.e., emergency cover and course cover. A primary school with an SEN Provision in Heywood, Rochdale is currently seeking a few additional support staff for school. These roles are to start on ASAP and also for a September 2025 start. The school is keen to secure additional Level 2 qualified or Level 3 qualified support staff to work on a full-time basis (Monday-Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm). The Level 2 qualification does need to be a Teaching Assistant qualification or a transferrable qualification such as an EYFS Cache Level 3 Health and social care level 3. does not...

Qualified Social Worker - Safeguarding Team - Haringey Council Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Team for Haringey Council. Duties and Responsibilities: * Managing complex caseloads across Child Protection and Children in Need. * Undertaking Section 47 investigations and risk assessments. * Developing care and protection plans and ensuring timely interventions. * Working with multi-agency partners to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. * Attending strategy discussions, case conferences, and court hearings as required. Working Pattern: * Hybrid working Pay Rate: * £37.52 p/h Umbrella Essential Requirements: * Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification * Social Work England registration * Minimum of 2 years' post-qualified experience within Child Protection or Safeguarding * Sound knowledge of current legislation, policy, and practice Benefits of working with...

Social Worker Family Support Team Monmouthshire Pay rate £38.43 per hour Umbrella company A locum opportunity has arisen within Monmouthshire Social Services' Family Support and Protection Team. This is fantastic opportunity to join a high performing Local Authority offering a friendly and supportive team environment. This position is primarily based at Usk but home working is encouraged. Contract will run for an initial 3-6 month contract. A car driver with access to a car is required. You will be covering cases in Usk, Monmouth and Abergavenny. Pay rate is up to £38.43 per hour umbrella company or £30.50 plus holidays Why work for Monmouthshire? Low caseload - important to encourage satisfaction at work They invest in their staff Supportive management team Genuine 1:1 monthly supervision Quality training in order to professionally and personally develop your skills and experience Flexible working conditionsRole & Responsibilities: Responsible for the assessment and...

Senior Social Worker - Child & Family Help Team - AFC Eden Brown Synergy are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Child & Family Help Team with Achieving for Children (AFC). Duties and Responsibilities: * Undertaking assessments and providing early, targeted interventions to families in need of support. * Developing and implementing Child in Need and Child Protection plans. * Working with families to reduce risk and strengthen parenting capacity. * Liaising effectively with partner agencies to promote positive outcomes for children. * Attending multi-agency meetings and case conferences. * Ensuring all work complies with statutory requirements and best practice guidance. Working Pattern: * Hybrid working available. Pay Rate: * £39.04 p/h Umbrella Essential Requirements: * Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent * SWE Registration * Minimum 3 years' experience in children's safeguarding or...

Description Our local government clients in Lincolnshire require a Social Worker - Level 2 - Children to deliver high-quality social work interventions that safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The role ensures that services are provided in a timely, effective, and child-centred manner in line with statutory responsibilities and the practice model. Your key responsibilities will include: Manage a caseload of children and families, including complex cases, ensuring assessments, plans, and reviews are completed to a high standard. Cases will be held from the point of allocation through care proceedings (should that be the outcome for the child/family). Provide professional advice and support to colleagues and partner agencies, contributing to multi-agency decision-making and planning. Represent the organisation in legal proceedings, preparing reports and attending court as required. Participate in team and service development initiatives, including...

Family Support Worker Location: Wakefield Client: Wakefield council Contract Type: Temporary ( Hours:  Full time (37 hours per week) Salary: £16.10 per hour (Umbrella) Driving: Full UK Driving licence required. About the Role Wakefield Council is seeking a dedicated Children and Family Worker to support the Children in Care Teams. This role is based at Featherstone Town Hall and sits within the Safeguarding & Family Support service area. You will work in partnership with parents, carers, and professionals to provide support, guidance, and care to children and their families. A key part of the role involves supervising family time between children and their parents/families, so experience in this area is essential. Key Responsibilities Supervise family time between children and their families. Undertake direct work with children, young people, and their families. Provide information to assist in assessments and decision-making. Report safeguarding concerns to appropriate...

Child Protection Service Manager Are you an experienced leader in children's social care, ready to drive positive change and improve outcomes for children at risk? Torbay Council is seeking a passionate and strategic Child Protection Service Manager to lead our frontline teams and help shape the future of safeguarding in the area. In this vital leadership role, you will: Oversee the delivery of high-quality child protection services, ensuring children and families receive timely, effective support. Lead, manage, and inspire a team of Social Work Managers and frontline practitioners. Drive performance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across the service. Ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities, including Section 47 enquiries and court proceedings. Champion a culture of learning, development, and reflective practice. We are looking for a Child Protection Service Manager which: Is a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Has...

Assessment Social Worker Are you a committed and skilled Social Worker ready to make a difference from the very first point of contact? Torbay Council is looking for a passionate Assessment Social Worker to join our frontline team, working with children and families at the earliest stage of their journey with social care. In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you will: Undertake Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and 47 of the Children Act. Respond to new referrals and concerns about the safety and wellbeing of children. Work in partnership with families and professionals to identify risks, strengths, and appropriate support. Make clear, evidence-based recommendations for next steps, including Child in Need, Child Protection, or early help services. Contribute to strategy discussions, case conferences, and court proceedings where required. We're looking for an Assessment Social Worker who: Is qualified and registered with Social Work England. Has experience in...

Childrens Safeguarding Social Worker Are you passionate about protecting children and making a lasting difference in their lives? Torbay Council is looking for a skilled and dedicated Children's Safeguarding Social Worker to join our dynamic safeguarding team. This is a critical role where you'll work with children and families to assess risk, build relationships, and deliver interventions that promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes. In this role, you will: Hold a caseload of children subject to Child in Need, Child Protection, and Public Law Outline (PLO) plans. Undertake statutory visits, assessments, and direct work with children and families. Develop and review robust safeguarding plans in collaboration with multi-agency partners. Prepare clear, evidence-based reports for case conferences and court proceedings. Work within a reflective, supportive team that values your professional input and wellbeing. We're looking for a Childrens Safeguarding Social Worker...

Childrens MASH Social Worker Are you a dedicated and dynamic Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding children? We're looking for an experienced Children's MASH Social Worker to join our fast-paced Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) team in the Midlands. This is a vital frontline role where your professional judgment and analytical skills will help protect children at risk and ensure timely, appropriate interventions. Your key responsibilities will include: Screening and triaging referrals relating to child protection and welfare concerns. Gathering and analysing multi-agency information to assess risk and need. Working in close partnership with professionals from police, health, education, and other key services. Making threshold decisions and contributing to strategy discussions. Maintaining clear, concise, and accurate case records. What we're looking for in a Childrens MASH Social Worker Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered). Experience in...

Childrens Assessment Social Worker Are you a committed and compassionate Social Worker ready to make a real impact? We are seeking a skilled Children's Assessment Social Worker to join our frontline team in the Midlands. In this key role, you will be the first point of contact for children and families referred to children's services, carrying out timely assessments to identify risk, need, and appropriate levels of support. Your responsibilities will include: Undertaking high-quality, timely Child and Family Assessments under Section 17 and 47 of the Children Act. Engaging with children, families, and professionals to gather and analyse information. Making clear, evidence-based decisions on next steps, including Child in Need, Child Protection, or Early Help pathways. Preparing reports for case conferences, legal proceedings, and reviews. Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard and support children. We're looking a Childrens Assessment Social Worker...

Our Client Staffordshire Council is looking for a skilled and experienced IRO/Independent Chairperson to join their team on a short-term basis. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' prior experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and statutory responsibilities. You'll be confident working independently, managing complex caseloads, and contributing to high-quality outcomes for children and families across the county. Quality Assurance of Care Planning: Ensure that each child or young person in care has a robust, timely, and effective care plan that reflects their needs and aspirations. Advocacy for the Child: Ensure the child's wishes and feelings are heard and considered in all planning and decision-making processes. Reviewing and Monitoring: Chair statutory reviews for looked-after children and monitor the local authority's performance in implementing the care plan. Escalation and Challenge: Where statutory...

Social Worker - 16-17 Homeless / At Risk Young People - Birmingham Purpose of the Role We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join Birmingham Children's Trust to assess and safeguard young people aged 16-17 who present as homeless or at risk of homelessness. You will ensure statutory duties under Section 20 of the Children Act 1989 are fully understood, lawfully applied, and consistently discharged in line with the Southwark Judgement (2009). Key Responsibilities Assessment and Decision-Making Conduct timely, child-centred assessments under Section 17 and Section 20 of the Children Act 1989. Determine whether a young person is a 'child in need' and assess the need for accommodation under Section 20. Ensure young people are informed of their legal rights, including entitlements if accepted as a looked-after child.Safeguarding and Planning Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, including risks of exploitation, abuse, self-harm, or neglect. Develop robust child...