- Pay
- £27.56 - 27.56 Per hour
- Job level
- Other Qualified Professional
- Hours
- Full time
- Type
- Agency/Temp/Locum
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2025
- Closes
- 24 Jul 2025
- Pay
- £27.56 - 27.56 Per hour
- Hours
- Full time
- Contract
- Agency/Temp/Locum
- Role
- Other Qualified Professional
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2025
- Closes
- 24 Jul 2025
Job Description
JOB Applydb742659
Join us in Gateshead, where an exciting locum opportunity awaits for a Social Worker in the Safeguarding, Child Protection, and Court Team. Earn £27.56 hourly over a period of 3 months in this compelling position. If you're seeking a role that combines the rewards of impactful child protection work with the flexibility of full-time locum employment, this is your perfect fit.
Perks and benefits:
As a locum Social Worker, enjoy flexible working arrangements, helping you balance your life and work seamlessly. Beyond this, locum work offers a variety of experiences and enhances your skill set with different challenges. You'll also relish the opportunity of choosing assignments that best match your expertise and career goals. For those who thrive in diverse working environments, locum positions offer access to a wide network of professionals and the possibility to work in amazing locations like Gateshead, one of the UK's hubs for culture and community spirit.
What you will do:
* Engage in comprehensive safeguarding duties and uphold child protection protocols, ensuring the wellbeing of children and families.
* Conduct assessments and handle cases that require court involvement, preparing associated legal documents.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans aligned with best practice standards in child protection.
* Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, case conferences and court hearings, advocating for the child's best interests.
* Maintain detailed records and follow up on cases, ensuring all documentation adheres to safeguarding regulations.
Gateshead is not only an excellent place to work but also to live, offering a thriving arts scene, great dining experiences, and scenic beauty in abundance. Come and be part of a community where your skills will make a real difference, and enjoy everything this vibrant city has to offer. Embrace the opportunity to advance your career while living in one of the UK's dynamic and inspiring locales.
Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.
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