️ Qualified Social Worker – Child Protection TeamWest Yorkshire
£35 per hour (agency role)
Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker committed to safeguarding children and supporting families? Join a high-performing Child Protection Team in West Yorkshire, where your skills will directly impact the lives of vulnerable children and make a lasting difference.
About the Role
This is a challenging yet rewarding role where you’ll work with children and families at risk, helping to ensure they are safe, supported, and empowered.
You will:
* Hold a complex caseload within Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and court proceedings
* Carry out Section 47 enquiries and prepare cases for Initial Child Protection Conferences
* Lead on Child & Family Assessments, with a strong emphasis on early planning for permanence
* Work directly with children and their families using evidence-based tools
* Collaborate with partner agencies (health, education, police) to deliver joined-up support
* Contribute to sustainable, positive outcomes through robust planning and meaningful engagement
You’ll also work closely with Integrated Prevention and Early Help services to promote local, community-based solutions once statutory intervention is no longer needed.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a confident and compassionate professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to excellence in safeguarding.
You must have:
* A degree in Social Work (or equivalent: DipSW, CQSW, CSS)
* Registration with Social Work England
* Enhanced DBS check (clean)
* Access to a vehicle for travel across the locality
* Minimum 4 years post-qualified experience working with children and families
* Strong background in Child Protection, Children in Need, and Court work
* Experience supporting families through pre-proceedings and public law proceedings
* In-depth understanding of legislation, policies, and safeguarding frameworks
* Proven ability to carry out direct work with children and families
* Excellent communication, mediation, and negotiation skills
* Confidence in multi-agency working and professional decision-making
* A flexible, creative, and reflective approach to practice
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct full assessments of risk and need in line with statutory requirements
* Develop and manage effective care and protection plans
* Maintain a manageable caseload with regular case reviews
* Ensure the voices of children are central to all assessments and plans
* Work collaboratively with multi-agency teams to achieve the best outcomes
* Offer support to students and less experienced practitioners as needed
Why Join Pertemps?
Working as an agency Social Worker through Pertemps offers you:
* A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK
* An easy and efficient registration process
* Ongoing compliance and career support
* Reliable weekly payroll
* Access to exclusive referral bonuses and incentives
Easily Commutable From:
Oldham, Trafford, Bury, Bolton, Preston, Blackpool, Huddersfield, Halifax, Leeds, York, Wakefield, Bradford, Manchester, Sheffield, Doncaster, and many surrounding areas across West Yorkshire and the North West.
Other Opportunities
We recruit across the full spectrum of Qualified Social Work roles, including:
* IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer)
* Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
* MASH, CLA, Localities, Court Work
* Children’s and Adults’ Services
* Team Manager, Service Manager, Head of Service
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