Lead Practitioner – Child Protection – Wolverhampton

TN United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Qualified Social Workers to join a dynamic Child Protection team in Wolverhampton. This role offers the opportunity to act as a Lead Practitioner, providing expert guidance on critical child protection issues, including domestic abuse and neglect. You will engage in multi-agency collaboration, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families. With flexible working options and a manageable caseload, this position is designed for those who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities

Manageable caseload

Excellent rate of pay

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Free access to training and CPD portal

Dedicated consultant support

Refer a Friend bonus

Find your own job bonus

Qualifications

• Must have Social Work England registration and post-qualified experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge in child protection issues required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Practitioner in child protection with responsibility for Section 47 enquiries.
• Provide expert advice and support to social workers in multi-agency settings.

Skills

Child Protection Expertise

Knowledge of Domestic Abuse Issues

Critical Thinking

Multi-agency Collaboration

Education

Degree in Social Work

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13.04.2025

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28.05.2025

Job Description:

Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting experienced Qualified Social Workers to join a busy team within a specialist Child Protection team in Wolverhampton.

What will your responsibilities be?
As the CP Lead Practitioner, you will be a qualified social worker with significant demonstrable knowledge and experience, acting as a recognized expert in the field of child protection. You will demonstrate excellent knowledge in issues such as domestic abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, and contextual safeguarding. You will provide expert advice and consultation to practitioners across the multi-agency partnership and support the allocated social worker to continue working effectively with families when significant harm has been identified. You will have responsibility for Section 47 enquiries, children on child protection plans, and children in pre-proceedings as part of an allocated caseload. You will encourage and facilitate critical thinking and challenge across the multi-agency group. You will demonstrate a robust and evidence-based understanding of the application of thresholds to support children and families at the appropriate level.

Benefits of the role:

• Flexible/Hybrid working opportunities
• Manageable caseload
• Excellent rate of pay
• Condensed working and part-time roles can be discussed

Qualifications and Experiences:
To be successful in this role, you must have Social Work England registration, be eligible to work in the UK, hold a qualification in Social Work at degree level, and have post-qualified experience.

How to apply?
If this is a job for you, feel free to click apply below or if you want to learn more about it, please contact Chloe Donovan on 01612387493.

Additional Benefits:

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *