Certainly! Below is a detailed job description for a Child Protection Social Worker role within the £32,000 to £42,000 salary range. This description includes responsibilities, qualifications, essential skills, and more, tailored to reflect the demands of child protection work in the UK.
Job Title: Child Protection Social Worker
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Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Department: Children's Services
Reports To: Team Manager / Senior Social Work Manager
Job Purpose:
To safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people by identifying risk, undertaking thorough assessments, and providing timely and appropriate interventions. The Child Protection Social Worker will work in accordance with statutory duties, local authority procedures, and government guidance to ensure that children are protected from harm and their well-being is improved.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake complex assessments of children and families under the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families.
Develop and implement Child Protection Plans, Child in Need Plans, and Looked After Children (LAC) Care Plans.
Respond promptly to referrals and concerns about children at risk of significant harm, including Section 47 enquiries and joint investigations with the police.
Attend and contribute to case conferences, court hearings, strategy meetings, reviews, and planning meetings.
Work in partnership with families, children, and other professionals to deliver effective and coordinated support.
Maintain up-to-date, accurate, and comprehensive case records in line with statutory requirements and organisational policies.
Prepare reports and present evidence in court proceedings, including Public Law Outline (PLO) and Care Proceedings.
Participate in regular supervision, reflective practice, and continued professional development.
Work flexibly to manage caseloads effectively and meet service delivery standards.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
Social Work qualification (BA/BSc Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or equivalent).
Registration with Social Work England.
Minimum 1-2 years post-qualification experience in a statutory children's social work team (e.g., Child Protection, Assessment, or LAC).
Proven ability to manage a complex and varied caseload with a child-centered approach.
Knowledge and Skills:
In-depth knowledge of legislation, statutory guidance, and frameworks relating to children's social care (e.g., Children Act 1989 & 2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children).
Strong assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Competence in managing risk, decision-making, and multi-agency collaboration.
Emotional resilience and the ability to cope with difficult situations and high-pressure environments.
Ability to use IT systems effectively for case recording and reporting.
Desirable:
Best Interest Assessor or AMHP training (or willingness to undertake).
Experience working in court proceedings, including preparing court statements and giving evidence.
Additional training in trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, or systemic social work.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary of £32,000 - £42,000 (based on experience).
A supportive team environment with regular supervision and case consultations.
Continuous professional development opportunities.
Access to training and accreditation pathways.
Local Government Pension Scheme.
Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working where appropriate.
Employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives.
Equal Opportunities:
This is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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