Senior Social Worker

Senior Social Worker – Child Protection Team (Wakefield)

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a Local Authority in Wakefield, for an experienced Senior Social Worker to join their Child Protection (CP/Court) Team.

This is a great opportunity for a candidate with strong, up-to-date Child Protection experience who is confident working in a fast-paced environment.

Location Wakefield

Contract Initial 3-month ongoing contract

Pay Rates
£35 per hour Umbrella
£30.79 per hour PAYE (inclusive)
£27.48 per hour PAYE (exclusive)Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload including complex and statutory work
Undertake assessments, planning, and reviews for:
Children in Need
Children subject to Child Protection plans
Looked After Children
Work in line with the Signs of Safety model and a child-focused approach
Build and maintain effective, restorative relationships with children, young people, families, and carers
Support families to make informed decisions and contribute to care planning
Analyse information to assess and respond to ongoing risk and need
Work directly with children and young people to ensure their views inform all assessments and interventions
Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to support safeguarding and care planning
Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records using appropriate systems
Plan and coordinate interventions in line with delegated authority
Use strong communication, empathy, and negotiation skills to achieve positive outcomesRequirements
Qualified Social Worker
Current and recent Child Protection experience
Experience working within CP/Court proceedings
Ability to manage a fast-paced and demanding caseload
Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skillsBenefits
Competitive pay rates
Ongoing contract opportunity
Supportive team environment within a Local AuthorityService Care Solutions benefits and interested, please send your CV to (url removed).

We also offer a £200 referral bonus for any successfully placed candidates and a £150 sign-up bonus for new candidates
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed