Lead Child Protection Practitioner
Warwickshire County Council – Children and Families Service
Join a multi‑agency team that delivers rapid, effective child protection decision‑making and whole‑family support across the county.
About the Team
Our People‑Centred approach brings social workers, police officers, health colleagues and education officers together to identify actual or likely significant harm quickly and accurately. We base the role at Nuneaton Justice Centre but will spend time in the North locality offices.
Role Overview
Full‑time, permanent Lead Child Protection Practitioner within our new Multi‑Agency Child Protection Team.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead child protection meetings, strategy meetings and conferences across all teams.
* Oversee Section 47 enquiries and develop and review child protection plans.
* Provide advice and support to social workers, family practitioners and students and develop practice skills.
* Conduct reflective supervision and group sessions within the team.
* Work closely with the Family Help Lead Practitioner to provide consultation, oversight and supervision relating to child protection decision‑making across the team.
Key Requirements
* Qualified social worker with at least 3 years post‑qualification frontline child protection experience.
* In‑depth knowledge of child protection law, statutory requirements and safeguarding practices.
* Skilled at working with families, including those showing resistance or hostility.
* Able to make decisions independently, manage risks and oversee high‑risk cases.
* Experience supporting staff through complex assessments and casework.
* Collaborative approach – working effectively with other agencies to deliver high‑quality support for children and families.
* Professional Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration required.
Salary and Benefits
£53,769 per annum (includes a £3,500 pro‑rated annual market supplement). Relocation allowance up to £8,000 may be available.
Benefits include generous annual leave, bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, a value‑add pension scheme (typical employer contribution 19 % per month) and access to Vivup benefits and discounts.
Working for Warwickshire
Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported and welcome. We employ a diverse and talented workforce and provide generous pension and reward packages.
Additional Information
Successful applicants will be subject to DBS checks and other pre‑engagement checks. Non‑Polic personnel vetting (NPPV) is required for this role. The role requires accurate spoken English.
Contact
For more information or to discuss the role please contact Rachel Timms (racheltimms@warwickshire.gov.uk). Application forms are available in alternative formats upon request.
Closing Date
23rd October 2025 (applications accepted up until then). Interview dates Week commencing 27th October.
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