Location: Rawtenstall (Covering Haslingden, Bacup, Whitworth, and Rossendale)
Department: Children's Social Care - Family Safeguarding
Pay Rate: £39.00 per hour
Contract Type: Locum / Full-Time
About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled Children's Social Worker to join a dedicated Family Safeguarding Team based in Rawtenstall.
This role involves delivering statutory child protection and family support interventions across Haslingden, Bacup, Whitworth, and Rossendale. Working within a supportive and collaborative environment, you will manage a varied caseload, complete high-quality statutory assessments, and represent the local authority in court proceedings when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Statutory Assessments: Conduct robust Section 47 (S47) inquiries, Section 7 (S7), and Section 37 (S37) welfare reports within statutory timescales.
- Child Protection & CIN: Lead on complex Child Protection (CP) and Child in Need (CIN) cases, carrying out comprehensive analytical assessments and formulating effective safety plans.
- Court Work: Prepare detailed, high-standard court reports and present evidence in public and private law court proceedings.
- Relational Safeguarding: Work directly with children and families using strength-based and trauma-informed practice models to manage risk and promote positive family outcomes.
- Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate closely with partner agencies to share information, manage risk, and deliver multi-disciplinary care plans.
Candidate Requirements
- Experience: Proven post-qualifying experience in statutory Children's Services (Safeguarding / Family Support) with solid, demonstrable Court Work experience.
- Expertise: Hands-on experience undertaking S47 investigations, S7/S37 court reports, and managing CP/CIN cases.
- Registration: Active registration with Social Work England (SWE).
- Mobility: Full driving licence with access to a vehicle to cover visits across the Rossendale, Haslingden, Bacup, and Whitworth areas.
Why Apply?
- Competitive Earnings: Excellent locum rate of £39.00 per hour.
- Defined Footprint: Established team base in Rawtenstall covering a well-defined local area.
- Rewarding Work: Focus on direct, relational practice within a structured safeguarding setting.
How to Apply
If you meet the criteria and have strong court experience within statutory safeguarding, we want to hear from you.
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