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01635 226 350
Posted 7 day ago
South East England
Children's Services
Contract
04/02/2025
Reference 2420
Child Protection and Child in Need Social Worker – Hackney
Location: Hackney
Pay: £38.50 per hour
Job Type: Locum
Working Arrangement: 2 days a week in the office
Hackney’s Child Protection and Child in Need team is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team. This is a great opportunity to work with families and young people to bring about meaningful change.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing a varied caseload of Child Protection and Child in Need cases, conducting assessments and interventions
Developing and reviewing Child in Need and Child Protection Plans
Undertaking Section 47 investigations and working closely with partner agencies
Attending court when necessary and providing evidence-based reports
Chairing and contributing to multi-agency meetings, including core groups and child protection conferences
Supporting families through crisis situations and implementing safety plans
Ensuring all case records and documentation are accurate and up to date
Requirements:
Social Work England registration
Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualifying experience in Child Protection and Child in Need work
Strong assessment and decision-making skills
Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
Experience in preparing reports for child protection conferences and court proceedings
Thorough knowledge of child safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures
Proven ability to build relationships with children and families to promote positive change
If you're looking for your next challenge in a supportive and dynamic team, apply today!
Contact Josh Da Costa on jdacosta@sheldon-phillips.com or 01635 226350. Refer someone you know and receive up to £500!