Derbyshire County Council Advanced Social Worker – Child Protection Team Pay Rate: £35 per hour Hours: 37.5 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Derbyshire County Council is seeking an experienced Advanced Social Worker to join its Child Protection Team. You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, undertaking complex assessments and interventions to ensure children are protected and supported effectively. As an Advanced Social Worker, you will play a key role in supporting high standards of practice, managing complex cases, and providing guidance to colleagues where required. Key Responsibilities Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments. Manage a complex caseload of Child Protection and Child in Need cases. Develop and implement robust safety and care plans. Provide support and guidance to less experienced social workers. Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and police. Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings. Maintain accurate and timely case recordings. Practice Model Used by Derbyshire Derbyshire delivers children’s services using a Strengths-Based Practice Model supported by Signs of Safety. This approach focuses on: Building collaborative relationships with children and families Identifying strengths and support networks Clear and transparent risk assessment Structured safety planning Reflective supervision and continuous professional development The model supports consistent, relationship-based practice across the service. Why Derbyshire Is a Great Place to Live and Work Derbyshire offers a fantastic balance of lifestyle and opportunity: Home to the stunning Peak District National Park, providing some of the UK's best countryside and outdoor activities. Affordable housing and a lower cost of living than many neighbouring regions. Friendly communities with excellent schools and local amenities. Excellent transport links to Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, and Manchester. A supportive local authority committed to staff wellbeing, development, and improving outcomes for children. It’s a fantastic place to progress your social work career while enjoying an excellent quality of life. Interested? To apply, please send your CV to: For more information, call: (phone number removed)