Social Worker – Children’s Services 📍 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. 🔍 Key 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&rsq...