Lead Child Protection Practitioner – Flexible & Relocation Support

London Social Work for Children; Chipping Barnet; Híbrido; GBP 64.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free Parking

30 days annual leave

Flexi-time / homeworking

Training opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Relocation package up to £8,000

Descripción de la vacante

London Social Work for Children in Barnet is seeking a Lead Child Protection Practitioner to lead high‑quality practice within the Multi‑Agency Safety Team. The role offers blended working arrangements and a full‑time 36 hours per week schedule, with a recruitment and retention supplement that raises the salary to £64,062–£70,059.

You will lead on section 47 enquiries, collaborate with partners across agencies, and drive practice improvements while safeguarding children and families.

Formación

• Recognised social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Strong knowledge of legislation, policy and safeguarding practice.
• Excellent communication and leadership in multi-agency settings.

Responsabilidades

• Lead on section 47 enquiries, investigations, child protection conferences and family-led planning.
• Ensure work is timely, analytical and grounded in the child’s lived experience.
• Work in partnership with children, families and professionals internal and external to the council.
• Champion approaches that keep children safe and build resilience for families to sustain change.
• Contribute to a team culture focused on continuous improvement with high support and challenge.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Multi-agency meetings

Analytical thinking

Relationship-based practice

Educación

Social Work degree

Registration with Social Work England

Descripción del empleo

London Social Work for Children in Barnet is seeking a Lead Child Protection Practitioner to lead high‑quality practice within the Multi‑Agency Safety Team. The role offers blended working arrangements and a full‑time 36 hours per week schedule, with a recruitment and retention supplement that raises the salary to £64,062–£70,059.

You will lead on section 47 enquiries, collaborate with partners across agencies, and drive practice improvements while safeguarding children and families.