At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage complex child protection cases and lead safeguarding interventions.
- Company: Leicestershire County Council, dedicated to child welfare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to safeguarding children and families.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your social work career.
- Qualifications: Experienced child protection social worker with strong assessment skills.
The predicted salary is between 31504 - 40000 £ per year.
Our client Leicestershire County Council is looking for a Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection team. Candidates must be experienced child protection social workers, holding a caseload of up to 16 cases on child protection pre-proceedings plans.
Job Purpose: To provide high-quality statutory social work services to children and families where there are concerns about significant harm. The post holder will undertake complex casework, lead safeguarding interventions, support less experienced social workers, and ensure that children's welfare remains paramount in accordance with relevant legislation, local authority policies, and professional standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a complex caseload involving children in need, child protection, pre-proceedings, and court proceedings.
- Undertake assessments of children and families in accordance with statutory guidance and local procedures.
- Develop, implement, and review child protection plans and care plans.
- Lead safeguarding investigations under relevant child protection procedures.
- Prepare high-quality reports for court, child protection conferences, looked after children reviews, and other statutory meetings.
- Present evidence confidently in court proceedings when required.
- Build effective working relationships with children, families, carers, schools, health professionals, police, and partner agencies.
- Identify and manage risks to children, making evidence-based decisions.
Senior Social Worker - Child Protection in Leicester employer: Remedy Social Work
Leicestershire County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the welfare of children and families. As a Senior Social Worker in the Child Protection team, you will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, a manageable caseload, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. With a commitment to collaboration and safeguarding, this role provides a rewarding environment for those passionate about child welfare.
