We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Child Protection and Children in Need Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in a permanent contract.

About the team

This team works to safeguard children and young people throughout the borough.

Working proactively, with a child-centred approach to each case is vital to ensure successful case progression.

The team deals with cases of CP and CIN level.

Initial court proceedings are part of the team's responsibilities, but this is then transferred to the CIC team after the first hearing.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' post qualification experience in permanent contracts is essential for this role (a completed ASYE is counted as one completed year).

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a children's frontline safeguarding Social Work team as well as key experience in initial court proceedings.

A valid UK driving licence and car is preferred but not essential for this role.

What's on offer?

• £37.00 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)


• “Outstanding” and “Good” Ofsted inspection results


• Hybrid working scheme


• Easily accessible via car or public transport


• Parking available/ nearby


• Supportive management structure

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07990044930