Social Worker - Safeguarding

Position: Social Worker
Team: Safeguarding and Court
Contract: Locum
Hours: 36.5 hours per week
Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour
Location: Lifford House, Birmingham (free on-site parking)
Start Date: February 2026
Working Pattern: Hybrid with flexible working arrangements

Sheldon Phillips are working with Birmingham Children’s Trust to recruit an experienced Social Worker for their Safeguarding and Court Team. This service manages complex child protection and court proceedings work, supporting children and families through statutory intervention. The team offers stability, flexible working arrangements, and free parking at Lifford House, making it an attractive base for practitioners seeking balance and structure.

What You Can Expect:

• A well-established Safeguarding and Court service with clear processes

• Free parking and flexible hybrid working arrangements

• Supportive management and collaborative team environment

• Varied caseload including CP, CIN, and court-directed work

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage safeguarding cases under Section 17 and Section 47

• Prepare high-quality court reports and statements for care proceedings

• Attend and contribute to legal planning meetings, conferences, and hearings

• Chair and participate in core groups, CIN meetings, and multi-agency discussions

• Complete direct work with children, ensuring their voice is central to planning

• Develop outcome-focused plans and manage risk confidently

• Maintain accurate and timely case recordings within statutory timescales

Requirements:

• SWE Registration

• Social Work qualification

• Previous experience in Safeguarding, Court, or Child Protection teams

• Strong assessment, analysis, and report-writing skills

• Confident in multi-agency working and managing complex risk

• Flexible, organised, and proactive approach

If you’re an experienced safeguarding practitioner looking to step into a stable, well-supported court team, this Birmingham Children’s Trust role offers structure, flexibility, and strong professional support.