Job Description
Social WorkerChildren's Services - Child Protection TeamHull | Locality Team£32.00 - £35.00 per hour
Guidant Global is currently recruiting an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join the Children's Services Child Protection Team in Hull.
Role overview:The successful candidate will be part of a busy Locality Children's Team covering a full range of statutory responsibilities, including:
* Child in Need (CIN)
* Child Protection (CP)
* Children Looked After (CLA)
* Pre-proceedings and Public Law Outline (PLO)
* Court work and preparation of high-quality statements and care plans
You will be responsible for undertaking assessments, managing a varied caseload, completing statutory visits within timescales, attending core groups and conferences, and working in partnership with multi-agency professionals to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adolescents. The role requires confident risk assessment, clear analytical recording, and strong court skills.
Candidate requirements:
* Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
* Minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience within a Children's Safeguarding/Child Protection team
* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004
* Experience of court work and care proceedings
* Ability to manage a complex and demanding caseload
Benefits of working with Guidant Global include:
* Competitive hourly rates
* £250 referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend
* Weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your placement
* Access to a wide range of local authority opportunities
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to the Guidant Global team or call for more information.
Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.