Overview
Plymouth City Council - Ballard House, PL1 3BJ
£215 per day | 3-Month Contract | Full-Time - 37 hours per week
Monday to Friday | Immediate Start Available
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join Plymouth City Council's Children's Services Team. This is a vital statutory role where you'll work to protect and safeguard children and young people who are at risk of harm. You'll be part of a committed team making a real difference in the lives of children and families across Plymouth.
This role is ideal for a social worker with a strong background in child protection and care proceedings, ready to hit the ground running in a fast-paced and supportive environment.
Responsibilities
* Manage a complex caseload involving child protection, care proceedings, and parent assessments
* Undertake detailed assessments of risk and need, working within the legal framework of the Children Act 1989
* Build effective, purposeful relationships with children, young people, and their families
* Deliver evidence-based support packages to help families achieve positive, lasting change
* Lead and participate in court work, preparing reports and giving evidence as required
* Ensure children's voices are central to all assessments, planning, and interventions
* Maintain high standards of case recording and information management
* Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals and stakeholders
* Participate actively in regular supervision, development, and team learning
What We're Looking For
* Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)
* Minimum 3 years' post-qualifying experience in a local authority setting
* Extensive knowledge and experience in child protection and care proceedings
* Preferably Parent Assessment trained (but not essential)
* Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills
* Comfortable working independently, under pressure, and to tight deadlines
* Willingness to travel, lone work, and occasionally work evenings or weekends
Why Join Plymouth Council?
* Work for a forward-thinking, supportive local authority
* Be part of a dedicated team making a real impact
* Flexible working arrangements where possible
* Excellent location near the Devon coast
* All equipment (laptop, mobile, etc.) provided
Ready to Make a Difference?
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Social Worker looking for their next challenge with an immediate start. If you're passionate about safeguarding children and supporting families to achieve better outcomes, we'd love to hear from you
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