Nottingham City Council

Social Worker – Child Protection and Court Team

Pay Rate: £37.50 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Nottingham City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Child Protection and Court Team.
You will work with children and families where significant safeguarding concerns have been identified, managing complex Child Protection cases and care proceedings to ensure children are protected and achieve positive outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to undertake meaningful direct work with families while managing court-related responsibilities within a supportive and experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments.
Manage complex Child Protection cases and Public Law Outline (PLO) work.
Initiate and progress care proceedings where required.
Prepare high-quality court statements, assessments, and reports.
Attend court hearings and work closely with legal services.
Develop and implement robust safety and permanence plans.
Work collaboratively with health, education, police, and partner agencies.
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings.

Practice Model Used by Nottingham City

Nottingham City Children's Services uses a Strengths-Based, Relationship-Focused Practice Model supported by Signs of Safety.

This approach focuses on:

Building strong relationships with children and families
Collaborative and transparent practice
Identifying strengths and support networks
Clear risk assessment and safety planning
Reflective supervision and continuous professional development
The model supports consistent, child-centred practice and positive outcomes for children.

Why Nottingham Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Nottingham is one of the UK's most vibrant and affordable cities, offering an excellent quality of life:

Affordable housing compared to many major UK cities.
Excellent transport links with easy access to London, Birmingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
A thriving cultural scene with theatres, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife.
Home to renowned universities and a growing professional sector.
Access to beautiful green spaces and the surrounding Nottinghamshire countryside.
A progressive local authority committed to workforce development and improving outcomes for children and families.
It’s a fantastic place to develop your social work career while enjoying everything a thriving city has to offer.