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Service Care Solutions are recruiting an experienced Safeguarding Children Social Worker (Grade 10) to join a Children and Families team within a Local Authority based in Ellesmere Port. This is a frontline safeguarding role working with children and families where there are safeguarding concerns and requires a confident and experienced practitioner.
Job Responsibility:
Undertake statutory safeguarding work including Child Protection and Child in Need cases
Complete assessments in line with the Children Act 1989 & 2004
Manage a caseload of children and families with complex safeguarding concerns
Prepare high-quality assessments, plans, and reports
Attend and contribute to Child Protection Conferences, Core Groups, and Reviews
Develop, implement, and review care and protection plans
Undertake risk assessments and respond effectively to safeguarding issues
Work collaboratively with partner agencies including Health, Police, Education, and Early Help
Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality case records
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and training
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker
Registered with Social Work England
Recent Children's Social Work experience within a Local Authority
Strong experience in safeguarding and child protection
Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance
Excellent assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills
Ability to manage a complex caseload in a fast-paced environment
Enhanced DBS (Update Service desirable)
Nice to have:
Update Service desirable
What we offer:
Competitive hourly rate
Ongoing contract opportunity
Opportunity to work within an experienced Children and Families service
Recruitment and compliance support from Service Care Solutions