Social Worker - Child Protection Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Child Protection Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Child
Location: Derbyshire, UK
Salary: £35.00 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)

Derbyshire County Council invites you to embark on an exciting journey as a Social Worker in our renowned Child Protection Team, The Quad service. With a competitive hourly pay of £35.00, this role offers both part-time and full-time opportunities for the right candidate. Join us in Derbyshire where your expertise can make a significant difference in child protection and family welfare. As a committed and experienced social worker, you will be instrumental in transforming the lives of children and young people, providing them with the support and safeguarding they deserve.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal commitments while making a meaningful difference in the community.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £35.00 per hour, rewarding your expertise and dedication.
• Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities to keep your skills at the forefront of child protection practice.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative team that values shared knowledge, support, and innovative approaches.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access council benefits including holiday entitlement, pension schemes, and employee wellbeing programmes.

What you will do

• Undertake thorough child and family assessments in compliance with statutory guidelines and standards.
• Efficiently manage a caseload of children requiring diverse safeguarding interventions, including Child Protection Plans and Children in Need Plans.
• Identify and assess a wide range of risks, including neglect, abuse, and domestic violence.
• Develop, implement, and review targeted child protection and care plans with a focus on child safety.
• Centre each decision-making process around the child's voice, wishes, and feelings.
• Conduct statutory visits and direct work with families within specified timeframes.
• Prepare detailed reports for professional meetings, court proceedings, and reviews.
• Collaborate effectively with multi-agency partners such as schools, health professionals, and the police.
• Act promptly to safeguarding concerns, ensuring immediate action to protect children at risk.
• Maintain comprehensive case records to the highest standard in accordance with council policies.
• Foster positive relationships with children, young people, and their families while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Support legal processes through the preparation of detailed statements and effective court representation.
• Demonstrate a commitm