Experienced Social Worker - Assessment & Child Protection

Civic Recruitment Limited; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-Weekly Pay

Hybrid Working

Complex caseload

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is partnering with a Swindon Local Authority to recruit an experienced Social Worker for Assessment and Child Protection. The post involves managing a complex caseload, conducting assessments, and developing child-centred plans to safeguard children, with hybrid working and bi-weekly pay.

The ideal candidate will hold Social Work England registration, substantial Children’s Social Care experience, and strong court-reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with degree or equivalent.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Significant experience in Children's Social Care.
• Experience in Assessment and Child Protection work.
• Strong safeguarding and risk assessment experience.
• Experience preparing court reports and attending court.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area.
• Practice Educator qualification or willingness to undertake training.
• Experience supervising or supporting Social Work students.
• Experience working within a Local Authority Child Protection Team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload within the Assessment and Child Protection Service.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments of need, risk and harm.
• Work directly with children, young people, and families to improve outcomes and reduce risk.
• Identify indicators of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Develop and implement SMART, child-centred plans.
• Lead safeguarding and child protection interventions.
• Undertake statutory social work responsibilities in accordance with legislation and guidance.
• Prepare high-quality reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
• Present evidence in Family Court and High Court proceedings where required.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies, professionals, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and assessments.
• Promote positive outcomes through strengths-based and relationship-focused practice.
• Support and mentor less experienced practitioners and students where appropriate.

Skills

Safeguarding experience

Risk assessment

Court reports

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Social Work degree

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Experienced Social Worker - Assessment & Child Protection

Swindon, United Kingdom | Posted on 15/10/2026

Job Description

Experienced Social Worker - Assessment & Child Protection

Local Authority | Locum Contract

Location: Swindon

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: Hybrid Working

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join a Local Authority's Assessment and Child Protection Team.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking service dedicated to safeguarding children and improving outcomes for vulnerable children, young people, and families. You will manage a complex caseload, undertake assessments, develop child-centred plans, and contribute to effective child protection and court work.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a complex and varied caseload within the Assessment and Child Protection Service.
• Undertake comprehensive assessments of need, risk, and harm.
• Work directly with children, young people, and families to improve outcomes and reduce risk.
• Identify and assess indicators of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Develop and implement SMART, child-centred plans.
• Lead safeguarding and child protection interventions.
• Undertake statutory social work responsibilities in accordance with legislation and guidance.
• Prepare high-quality reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
• Present evidence in Family Court and High Court proceedings where required.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies, professionals, and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and assessments.
• Promote positive outcomes through strengths-based and relationship-focused practice.
• Support and mentor less experienced practitioners and students where appropriate.

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Significant experience within Children's Social Care.
• Experience in Assessment and Child Protection work.
• Strong safeguarding and risk assessment experience.
• Experience managing complex child protection cases.
• Experience preparing court reports and attending court proceedings.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant area.
• Practice Educator qualification or willingness to undertake training.
• Experience supervising or supporting Social Work students.
• Experience working within a Local Authority Child Protection Team.

What's on Offer?

• Full-Time Hours
• Hybrid Working
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Complex and rewarding caseload
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families

Ideal for candidates with experience as a Social Worker, Child Protection Social Worker, Assessment Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Children's Social Worker, Senior Social Worker, Frontline Social Worker, or Advanced Practitioner.