Child Safeguarding Social Worker (Locum, Flexible Hours)

My Social Work News; Daventry; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking a Social Worker for its Child Safeguarding Team in Daventry. This ongoing locum position offers a competitive rate of £38.00 per hour, with options for full-time or part-time work. Responsibilities include managing complex cases, performing statutory assessments, and collaborating with partner agencies. Candidates must have a degree in Social Work, current registration with Social Work England, and recent statutory children’s social work experience. Join us for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children and families in need.

Benefits

Regular supervision and reflective practice

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Recent experience in statutory children’s social work.
• Proven experience managing Child in Need and Child Protection cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children subject to various processes.
• Undertake statutory assessments under the Children Act.
• Identify risks and develop effective safeguarding plans.
• Prepare reports, assessments, and statements for court.
• Attend court hearings and provide evidence as needed.

Skills

Assessment skills

Report writing

Analytical skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Current registration with Social Work England

Enhanced DBS clearance

Job description

A leading social work agency is seeking a Social Worker for its Child Safeguarding Team in Daventry. This ongoing locum position offers a competitive rate of £38.00 per hour, with options for full-time or part-time work. Responsibilities include managing complex cases, performing statutory assessments, and collaborating with partner agencies. Candidates must have a degree in Social Work, current registration with Social Work England, and recent statutory children’s social work experience. Join us for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children and families in need.