Who You Are

You are a dedicated individual with experience in Child Protection and Court Work. You possess a deep understanding of trauma-informed practice and have high-quality references that satisfy DfE guidance. You hold a degree or higher qualification in Social Work that allows for registration with a relevant professional regulatory body.

What the Job Involves

This is a statutory role focused on safeguarding children and young people who are at risk of significant harm. You will conduct casework with children, young people, and families within legislative and policy frameworks. You will direct work in various settings, engage families with support tools, build purposeful relationships, handle assessments, participate in court work, and ensure the welfare and development of children through careful planning and review.

Skills

• Child protection experience
• Court Work experience
• Trauma-informed practice
• Risk assessment and management
• Knowledge of legislative frameworks
• Effective communication
• Building effective relationships
• Time management and prioritization
• Professional resilience
• Ability to work independently in various environments