CFS Social Worker | Safeguarding Team |Leicestershire | £38ph

Tripod Partners; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Safeguarding Team in Leicestershire. This full-time temporary role pays £38 per hour. The Social Worker will manage complex cases, conduct assessments, and collaborate with families and agencies to ensure child safety. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in child protection and safeguarding.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Access to diverse job opportunities

Reliable payroll

Free DBS service

Referral fee

Qualifications

• Experience as a Children and Family Services Social Worker.
• Familiarity with safeguarding frameworks and legislation.
• Capability to manage complex caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of children under protection.
• Conduct thorough and robust assessments.
• Work closely with families to ensure safety and welfare.

Skills

Child Protection assessment

Risk Assessment

Multi-agency collaboration

Job description

Overview

CFS Social Worker - Safeguarding Team - Leicestershire - £38ph

• Location: Leicestershire
• Pay Rate: £38 per hour
• Contract: Full-time | Temporary

About the Role

Leicestershire is looking for an experienced and dedicated Children and Family Services (CFS) Social Worker to join our Safeguarding Team. This is a vital role focused on protecting vulnerable children and supporting families in complex and high-risk situations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of children subject to Child Protection, Child in Need, and Care Proceedings
• Conduct robust assessments (S47, Core Assessments, Risk Assessments)
• Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and case conferences
• Work closely with families and partner agencies to create and review safety plans
• Ensure that children are protected from harm and their welfare is promoted at all times

Benefits

• Your own dedicated specialist consultant
• Access to the widest variety of social work jobs across 150 authorities and private organizations throughout the UK
• Prompt and reliable payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• £500 referral fee

How to apply

For more information, please contact Dylan at Tripod Partners on 07919 026892 or send your CV to [e-mail]