Qualified Social Worker, Children in Our Care Team, Blackburn Council Pay rate £39 per hour Contract roles We are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work in a Children in Our Care Team in Blackburn Council. You will need experience in a similar Local Authority role. Blackburn with Darwen Childrens Services who were rated 'Good' in its full ILACS Ofsted inspection, are seeking a worker to cover in its Children in our Care Service where your focus will be supporting children through care proceedings to achieve long-term permanence. We require an experienced social worker with experience and confidence with court work including writing statements and parenting assessments. You will undertake high‑quality child and family assessments, develop SMART outcome‑focused plans, and ensure that each child’s voice is central to all decision‑making. The role involves care proceedings and court‑related practice, including preparing clear, analytical evidence and presenting this confidently in court. They will work collaboratively with families, carers, legal services, Children’s Guardians and multi‑agency partners to safeguard children, progress permanence plans and ensure decisions are timely, robust and grounded in the child’s best interests. Undertake comprehensive child and family assessments, ensuring robust analysis of risk and need. Prepare high‑quality court documentation, including statements, chronologies and evidence‑based care plans. Provide clear, confident evidence in court, ensuring the child’s welfare and voice remain central. Develop SMART, outcome‑focused Care Plans and Pathway Plans that safeguard children and promote permanence. Undertake child protection enquiries and assess levels of risk to children. Work as part of a multi‑agency team, including Health, Education, CAMHS, foster carers, the regional adoption agency and Independent Reviewing Officers. Promote the welfare of children in line with the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation. Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Looked After Children (LAC) Children’s Social Work Adult Social Work Service Manager Head of Service Team Manager Assistant Team Manager A wide range of housing roles Careers in SEND in local authorities Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities! Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.