Job Description

We are working closely alongside with a local authority in Nottinghamshire to assist with the appointment of a Social Worker on a 3- months contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay £151.18 - £206.26 per day

As a Social Worker within our busy Help, Protection and Care team, you will be at the forefront of safeguarding children and supporting families in Nottinghamshire. This role is designed for a dedicated professional capable of managing a complex caseload that spans the entire continuum of statutory intervention—from Child in Need (CiN) and Child Protection (CP) to Initial Looked After Children (LAC) and the initiation of care proceedingsGiven the fast-paced nature of this long-term team, we are looking for an adaptable individual who can respond flexibly to shifting work demands while maintaining high standards of practice and a child-centered approach.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality, analytical assessments of risk and need. Develop and implement robust child protection and care plans.
• Engage directly with children and young people using a variety of tools to ensure their voices are heard and reflected in all decision-making.
• Chair and contribute to core groups, CIN meetings, and strategy discussions, working closely with police, health, and education partners.
• Support children entering the care system, ensuring smooth transitions and early permanency planning for those who cannot remain with their families.

Qualifications:

• A recognized degree in Social Work (BA, BSc, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent).
• Active registration with Social Work England.

Essentials:

• Proven experience working within a statutory frontline team (Child Protection or Court work).
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and 2004, and experience navigating the Public Law Outline (PLO) process.
• The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure in a high-demand environment.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS

Disclaimer Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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