Lead Child Protection Practitioner | Flexible Working

Hackney Borough Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackney Council seeks a dynamic Lead Child Protection Practitioner to join the Multi‑Agency Child Protection Team within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service. The role will shape safeguarding practice and drive quality across Children and Family services for children in need of protection.

You will hold a professional Social Work degree or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England, with substantial post‑qualifying experience and a track record of managing and developing

Qualifications

• Relevant professional Social Work degree or equivalent.
• Current registration with Social Work England is required.
• Substantial post-qualifying experience is essential.
• Experience in managing and developing staff and promoting best practice.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding work within the Multi‑Agency Child Protection Team.
• Contribute to quality assurance and service development across Children and Family services.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure positive outcomes for children in need of protection.
• Support stability and protective outcomes for vulnerable children and families.

Skills

Staff management experience

Best practice development

Education

Social Work degree or equivalent

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Hackney Council seeks a dynamic Lead Child Protection Practitioner to join the Multi‑Agency Child Protection Team within the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service. The role will shape safeguarding practice and drive quality across Children and Family services for children in need of protection.

You will hold a professional Social Work degree or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England, with substantial post‑qualifying experience and a track record of managing and developing