CIN/CP Experienced Social Worker

Adecco; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting an Experienced Children in Need / Child Protection Social Worker for Wolverhampton. You will provide high-quality social work services to children and families, manage complex caseloads, and work within statutory timescales and safeguarding frameworks.

This role involves direct work with children, multi‑agency collaboration, and reporting for court proceedings and reviews. The position is based across Wolverhampton's Children and Family Support Centres, offers 37 hours per

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker status and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience within Children in Need and Child Protection teams.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Experience managing complex cases within statutory children’s services.
• Excellent report‑writing and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high‑quality social work service to children and families within statutory timescales.
• Manage a varied caseload across CIN, CP and safeguarding frameworks.
• Collaborate with education, health, police and partner agencies.
• Prepare clear, analytical reports for court proceedings and reviews.
• Maintain accurate case records and participate in duty arrangements.
• Support family and administrative colleagues and ensure safeguarding compliance.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Registration with Social Work England

Experience in CIN and CP

Strong assessment and analytical

Decision‑making skills

Report writing and communication

Legislation and safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building with families

Job description

Experienced Children in Need / Child Protection Social Worker

Location: Wolverhampton

Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella, in line with MOU)

Contract Length: 6 Months

Hours: 37 hours per week

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Are you an experienced Social Worker with a strong background in Children in Need and Child Protection services?

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled practitioner to join a busy and supportive team in Wolverhampton, working with children and families to safeguard vulnerable young people, promote positive outcomes, and deliver meaningful interventions that create lasting change.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social worker who is confident managing complex caseloads, undertaking statutory responsibilities, and working collaboratively with families and partner agencies.

The Role

Working within Children's Services, you will provide a high‑quality social work service to children and families, ensuring assessments, interventions, and plans are delivered effectively and within statutory timescales.

You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload across Children in Need, Child Protection, and wider safeguarding frameworks while working closely with colleagues and multi‑agency partners to achieve the best possible outcomes for children.

The role is based from Children's and Family Support Centres and other suitable locations across Wolverhampton.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments of children and families in line with statutory guidance.
• Assess and manage risk within Child Protection frameworks.
• Develop and implement effective Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Plans.
• Undertake direct work with children and families to improve outcomes and reduce risk.
• Prepare clear, analytical, and evidence‑based reports for court proceedings, reviews, conferences, and statutory meetings.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date case records.
• Participate in duty arrangements and respond effectively to safeguarding concerns.
• Work collaboratively with education, health, police, and other partner agencies.
• Provide guidance and support to family support workers and administrative colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and safeguarding procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Social Worker status and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience within Children in Need and Child Protection teams.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Experience managing complex cases within statutory children’s services.
• Excellent report‑writing and communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and safeguarding procedures.
• The ability to build positive and effective relationships with children, families, and professionals.

Working Arrangements

• 37‑hour working week.
• Working patterns may be arranged across a 7‑day period, including weekends, according to service needs.
• Regular travel across Wolverhampton is required to attend family visits, professional meetings, and service locations.
• A driving licence is not essential; however, candidates must be able to travel independently using public transport when required.

Rate: £30.57 per hour Umbrella (in line with MOU)

Duration: 6-month contract

Location: Wolverhampton

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.