We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Nottinghamshire to assist with the appointment of a Social Worker, on a 2.5-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay: £19.66 - £26.51 per hour Summary: As a Social Worker within Nottinghamshire County Council, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, responsive, and effective social work services to children, young people, and families. The role requires skilled assessment, planning, and intervention to ensure the safety, well-being, and development of children. You will manage a varied caseload with a degree of independence and contribute to improving outcomes for service users through collaboration and inter-agency working. Responsibilities: Undertake complex assessments of need, risk, and capacity in a timely manner. Develop, implement, and review care plans that promote the welfare of children. Manage a caseload, ensuring compliance with legislative and procedural requirements. Work in partnership with children, families, and other professionals to safeguard children. Prepare clear, structured reports and court statements as required. Qualifications: Recognized Social Work Qualification (e.g. DipSW, CQSW, BA/MA in Social Work). Registration with Social Work England. Commitment to continuous professional development, including maintaining a CPD record. Essentials: Direct post-qualification experience in children's social work is essential. Experience in statutory child protection, court work, and working with looked-after children is desirable. Proven experience in multi-agency working and team collaboration. Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice. You should have right to work in U.K This role requires an Enhanced DBS Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service. RQ1522894