7 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• The Adolescent Safeguarding Social Worker will join Dudley’s specialist Adolescent Safeguarding Service, working with teenagers who face complex risks, including exploitation, trauma, and disrupted relationships.
• This locum role is ideal for experienced social workers with expertise in court work, safeguarding, and adolescent risk management.
• The post involves working collaboratively within multi-agency teams to safeguard young people and achieve positive outcomes.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Work with adolescents experiencing high-risk situations, including exploitation and trauma.
• Undertake assessments of young people’s needs and risks in accordance with statutory guidance.
• Deliver court reports, attend hearings, and contribute to legal proceedings as required.
• Develop, implement, and review risk management and safeguarding plans.
• Work collaboratively within multi-agency teams to support young people and their families.
• Maintain accurate case records, documentation, and data on social care systems.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on safeguarding and adolescent risk management.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development.
Skills/Experience:
• Significant experience in safeguarding, adolescent risk management, and court work.
• Knowledge of statutory guidance, child protection frameworks, and adolescent development.
• Experience working with multi-agency teams to deliver safeguarding interventions.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with young people, families, and professionals.
Additional Information:
• The closing date: 01/02/2026.
• Recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Enhanced DBS clearance and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Based in Dudley; travel may be required.