Children's Social Worker - CP, CIN & Court - Ealing £37.52/Hr

Caritas Recruitment; Ealing; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Children's Social Worker for a hybrid role in Ealing. You will manage a complex caseload involving Child Protection and Court work, ensuring timely interventions for children and families. The ideal candidate will have a Social Work England registration and proven experience in statutory social work. The position offers £37.52 per hour with a caseload of 15-18 children, requiring 2 days in the office and 3 days remote.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Child Protection, CIN, and Court work.
• Ability to manage high-risk cases and meet statutory deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of Children Act 1989 and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Child Protection investigations, CIN planning, and Section 47 enquiries.
• Prepare and present court reports, statements, and care plans.
• Manage complex cases within statutory timescales.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children.
• Contribute to team duty rota and respond to urgent safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Child Protection investigations

Court report preparation

CIN planning

Communication skills

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Job description

Overview

Children\'s Social Worker - CP, CIN & Court - Ealing

Location: Percival House, Ealing

Rate: £37.52 per hour (London Pledge capped rate)

Hours: 35 per week (office-based 2 days, remote 3 days)

Contract: 3-month assignment

Caseload: 15-18 children

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Children\'s Social Worker to join the MAST Hanwell Team in Ealing. This is a frontline statutory role working with Child Protection, Child in Need, and Court proceedings. You will manage a complex caseload, ensuring timely interventions and safeguarding outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Undertake Child Protection investigations, CIN planning, and Section 47 enquiries.
• Prepare and present court reports, statements, and care plans.
• Manage complex cases within statutory timescales.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children.
• Contribute to team duty rota and respond to urgent safeguarding concerns.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Proven experience in Child Protection, CIN, and Court work.
• Ability to manage high-risk cases and meet statutory deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and Public Law Outline (PLO).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Working Arrangements

Hybrid model: 2 days in the office, 3 days remote. Equipment provided (collection required).

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For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy