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Child Safeguarding Social Worker (Locum, Flexible Hours)

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Daventry

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

11 days ago

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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.
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