Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Safeguarding Team in the vibrant town of Wokingham as a Locum Social Worker. The role is ongoing, full-time, and pays £35.89 per hour. It offers a hybrid working model to balance professional demands with personal commitments.
Responsibilities
* Work closely with families and professionals to understand the support needed to safeguard children and enable effective parenting.
* Identify and source appropriate services to progress Child in Need and Child Protection Plans.
* Practice relationship-based social work to ensure meaningful and professional engagements with children and families.
* Conduct thorough assessments, develop and implement Child Protection Plans, and present findings in court where necessary.
* Demonstrate sound knowledge of children’s legislation and thresholds while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
What we are looking for
* A highly skilled Locum Social Worker who thrives in relationship-based practice, with strong interpersonal and recording skills.
* Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and a solid understanding of child protection legislation.
* Direct experience in a Child Protection team, including court work, within the last 18 months.
* Commitment to continuity in employment history and consistent case management with locum roles.
What Wokingham can offer
* Supportive working environment with regular supervision, line management, and access to training for professional development.
* Flexibility of hybrid working (home, community, and office) to support work-life balance.
* Opportunities to gain varied experience across settings while contributing to safeguarding outcomes.
About Sanctuary Personnel
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