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United Kingdom , Redcar

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31.74 GBP / Hour
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Job Description:

Are you an experienced and skilled Senior Social Worker specialized in high-risk family assessment and complex safeguarding? Join Redcar & Cleveland's dedicated Pre-Birth Team to safeguard unborn children and undertake critical assessments that determine a child's care plan from birth.

Job Responsibility:

  • Specialist Assessment: Conducting complex, comprehensive Pre-Birth Assessments in line with statutory guidance (Working Together 2023), focusing specifically on parental capacity, risk recurrence, and the projected needs of the baby at birth
  • Risk Management & Strategy: Leading multi-agency strategy meetings and safety planning with maternity services, police, and mental health professionals to manage high-risk pregnancies and plan for the baby's safety at the point of delivery
  • Court Work & PLO: Initiating and leading cases through the Public Law Outline (PLO) process, including preparing detailed, analytical reports and statements for court (Section 31 proceedings)
  • Mentoring & Case Consultation: Providing practice guidance and support to less experienced Social Workers, modeling high-quality analytical skills and statutory compliance within the team
  • Direct Work with Parents: Engaging constructively with prospective parents who have complex histories (e.g., substance misuse, domestic abuse, learning disabilities) to support change where possible and clearly communicate the Local Authority's plan

Requirements:

  • A recognized professional qualification in Social Work
  • Current registration with Social Work England (SWE)
  • A minimum of 3+ years post-qualified experience, ideally with proven experience in a Pre-Proceedings or Assessment/Court Team
  • Expert-level knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and the legal framework governing care proceedings
  • Demonstrable experience writing and presenting high-quality, analytical reports for the Family Court
  • Exceptional ability to manage risk under pressure and make clear recommendations within court-mandated timescales

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 29, 2026

Expiration:
May 06, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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