Social Worker - Children & Family Services (First Response Team) | Part-Time | Leicestershire County Council | £38/hr Contract Type: Part-Time / Agency Working Hours: 18 hours per week - Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (half day) Location: Leicestershire, UK Pay Rate: £38 per hour (umbrella) Role Overview Leicestershire County Council is seeking a qualified and experienced Social Worker to join the Children & Family Services (CFS) First Response Team on a part-time basis. This is a high-impact role working within the front door service, providing rapid response to safeguarding concerns and protecting vulnerable children. This agency opportunity is ideal for social workers seeking a flexible part-time position while making a real difference to children and families in Leicestershire. Key Responsibilities Respond promptly to child protection referrals and safeguarding concerns Conduct assessments and investigations to determine risk and support needs Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children Prepare high-quality reports and documentation for internal review and legal purposes Provide direct social work interventions, including child and family support plans Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and supervision to ensure statutory compliance Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordsEssential Requirements Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent Minimum 3 year...