Senior Social Worker - Child Protection & Court Sandwell
Senior Social Worker Child Protection & Court (Permanent)
Pro Social Partners are working in partnership with Sandwell Children's Trust to recruit experienced Senior Social Workers into their Child Protection & Court team.
The Role
- Hold a caseload of more complex work and act as a source of practice expertise for the team.
- Support, mentor and co-work with newly qualified and less experienced colleagues.
- Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection plans and care proceedings.
- Lead on PLO and care proceedings, writing high-quality court statements and care plans.
- Give evidence in court and work alongside legal services and Children's Guardians.
- Work with families and partner agencies to reduce risk and secure permanence for children.
About You
- A recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
- Experience of child protection and care proceedings work, including PLO and court.
- Sound knowledge of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory processes.
- Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
Why Sandwell Children's Trust?
- Regular reflective supervision and strong management support.
- Ongoing training and CPD to support your career progression.
- A permanent role with job security and local government pension scheme.
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