Wakefield Council | Locum | Up to £35 per hour Children’s Social Worker – Locality Team Child Protection | Safeguarding | Maternity Cover Wakefield Council is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their busy Locality Team on a maternity cover placement. The team currently consists of 4 Social Workers, 3 ASYE’s and 1 Advanced Practitioner, offering a supportive and collaborative environment. Role Overview: As part of the Locality Service, you will: Take part in the duty rota, which runs one full duty week every 4 weeks (handling referrals, s47 investigations, urgent visits, and child & family assessments) Manage a caseload of Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), PLO and care proceedings Contribute to longer-term safeguarding and child protection work to ensure positive outcomes Support children and families through effective assessments, intervention planning, and direct work Work collaboratively with colleagues, partner agencies and families to safeguard children and promote their welfare What We’re Looking For: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England Strong experience of Child in Need and Child Protection work Experience of PLO and Court work is desirable but not essential (support will be given) Enthusiastic, committed, and adaptable – including CIC workers looking to transition into safeguarding/CP Ability to work flexibly between home and office (minimum office presence during duty days) Why Join Wakefield? Wakefield is a fast-paced but supportive environment with a strong and committed management team. You’ll benefit from: A clear duty rota and structured working arrangements Supportive colleagues and a permanent manager who values teamwork Access to Wakefield’s full training and development offer Flexible working – office-based only for duty days, with home working supported the rest of the time Contract Details: Pay up to £35 per hour Locum, maternity cover role Hybrid working – office days during duty, home working otherwise To apply or find out more, contact Ellis Russell at Sheldon Phillips: (phone number removed) Refer a friend and receive £300 if we place them! (T&Cs apply)