Dec 11, 2025
Social Worker – Children in Need (CIN) Team
Leicester City Council
Up to £38 per hour
Are you an experienced and resilient Social Worker with a strong background in safeguarding? Join the Children in Need (CIN) Team at Leicester City Council and help us deliver timely, effective support to children and families in our vibrant city.
The Role
The CIN Team focuses on supporting children whose needs are assessed under Section 17 of the Children Act 1989. However, the most pressured area of our work requires candidates with robust experience in high-risk safeguarding.
Key responsibilities
* Managing a complex caseload of approximately 20 children and families, focusing on assessing, planning, and reviewing support to improve outcomes.
* Leading on Child Protection (CP) cases and Section 47 investigations, demonstrating expert risk analysis and management skills.
* Undertaking court work, including preparing high-quality statements, care plans, and attending court as a...
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