Nottingham City Council

Social Worker – Child in Need 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 in Need Team.
You will work with children and families requiring support and intervention to improve outcomes, reduce risk, and prevent concerns from escalating.

This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with families while working collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver effective, child-centred plans.

Key Responsibilities

Complete Child and Family Assessments under the Children Act.
Manage a caseload of Child in Need and Child Protection cases where required.
Develop and implement effective support and safeguarding plans.
Undertake direct work with children and families.
Work collaboratively with education, health, police, and partner agencies.
Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings where necessary.
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.