Children’s Social Worker – Child Protection Team

Locum Children’s Social Worker – Child Protection / Safeguarding Team

Warwickshire County Council are seeking experienced and dedicated Locum Children’s Social Workers to join the Child Protection and Safeguarding Teams.

Salary: £33.30 per hour (in line with the West Midlands Memorandum of Understanding)

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children subject to child protection plans, children in need and those who are looked after.
• Undertake assessments and statutory visits in line with national and local safeguarding procedures.
• Develop and implement robust care plans in partnership with children, families and multi‑agency professionals.
• Prepare high‑quality reports and present evidence in court proceedings where required.
• Contribute to child protection conferences, looked‑after reviews and core group meetings.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, agencies and families to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration.
• Experience in child protection, safeguarding and care proceedings.
• Skill at building strong respectful relationships with children, families and partner agencies.
• Confidence in completing assessments, managing risk and making evidence‑based decisions.
• Organised, resilient and able to manage a demanding caseload effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive locum rate of £33.30 per hour aligned with the West Midlands Memorandum of Understanding.
• A supportive management structure with regular supervision.
• Access to learning and development opportunities to maintain CPD.
• Flexible working arrangements with hybrid options depending on service needs.

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