Experienced Social Worker – Assessment and Child Protection

Who You Are

You are an experienced social worker with a high level of autonomy, showcasing expert practice in complex situations. You are adept at managing challenging caseloads, guiding less experienced staff, and contributing to service planning. With at least 3 years post-qualification experience in a permanent setting, you have profound safeguarding practices, legal knowledge, and are committed to diversity and ethical practice. You demonstrate strong leadership qualities, emotional resilience, and maintain safe professional boundaries while fostering positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

What the Job Involves

The role involves handling complex casework for children and young people, delivering high-quality assessments and reports, and integrating government and local initiatives. As a lead professional, you will offer guidance to new staff members, contribute to high-standard services, and liaise with various professionals. You will actively manage risks, handle court proceedings, and engage with families and communities for informed decision-making. Additionally, you will engage in continuous professional development and mentoring, ensuring excellence in practice while driving innovation and multi-agency collaborations.

Skills

• Must be a car driver
• Attendance at the office 5 days during duty week; 3 days otherwise
• Minimum 3 years' PQE (Post Qualification Experience) in a permanent setting
• Strong safeguarding practice & legal knowledge
• Highly effective communication & professional curiosity
• Reliability, accountability & good case recording
• Strong emotional resilience & safe professional boundaries
• Commitment to values, diversity & ethical practice
• Good IT skills
• Ability to mentor and supervise colleagues
• Proven teamwork effectiveness
• Ability to handle pressure and adapt to changing environments