At a Glance
- Tasks: Safeguard children and support families through complex situations in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Join a dedicated Child Protection Team in North Bristol.
- Benefits: Earn £42 per hour, with access to various job opportunities and a supportive consultant.
- Other info: Enjoy flexible working with a maximum of one day from home each week.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your social work skills.
- Qualifications: Must have a recognised Social Work qualification and experience in Child Protection.
The predicted salary is between 42 - 42 £ per hour.
Experienced Social Worker needed for the Child Protection Team in Bristol, paying £42 ph and contract ongoing!
About the Role
As a Child Protection Social Worker within the North Bristol area team, you will play a key role in safeguarding children and supporting families through complex circumstances. You will work with children and families across Child in Need (CiN), Child Protection (CP), and Court proceedings, providing timely intervention and support to achieve the best possible outcomes for children. Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you will build effective relationships with families and partner agencies, helping to promote safety, stability, and positive change.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake statutory social work duties for children and families in need and those requiring protection.
- Manage cases across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Court proceedings.
- Complete assessments, plans, and interventions that are child‑focused and outcome‑driven.
- Work collaboratively with families to identify needs, reduce risk, and develop effective safety plans.
- Support and facilitate meaningful change within families.
- Progress permanence planning where required to ensure children achieve stability and security.
- Work effectively within multi‑agency partnerships to safeguard children and improve outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely case recording in line with statutory requirements.
Requirements
- Hold a recognised Social Work qualification.
- Be registered with Social Work England.
- Have substantial experience within children's social care, particularly Child Protection work.
- Have experience working with Child in Need, Child Protection, and Court processes.
- Be confident managing complex cases and making sound professional decisions.
- Demonstrate strong assessment, planning, and relationship‑building skills.
- Be a driver with access to a vehicle.
- Be able to commit to office attendance, with a maximum of one day working from home each week.
Benefits
- Your own dedicated specialist consultant.
- Access to the widest variety of jobs across 150 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK.
- Prompt and reliable payroll.
- Free DBS and compliance service.
- £500 referral fees.
Experienced Social Worker |Child Protection Team | North Bristol | £42 ph employer: Community Care Live
Join our dedicated Child Protection Team in North Bristol, where we prioritise a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth. With competitive pay of £42 per hour and access to a wide range of job opportunities across the UK, we empower our social workers to make meaningful impacts in the lives of children and families. Enjoy the benefits of a dedicated consultant, prompt payroll, and a commitment to your ongoing development in a role that truly matters.
