Portsmouth| Senior Practitioner | Family Safeguarding Team

Tripod Partners; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team in Portsmouth. The role involves managing a diverse caseload, developing protection plans, and collaborating with families and professionals. Candidates must have SWE registration and ideally 2 years of relevant experience. Excellent pay rate of £42 per hour with ongoing career support.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rates

Dedicated consultant

Access to roles across London and the UK

Full support with compliance

Ongoing career support and feedback

Qualifications

• Social Work England registration (SWE) required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualified experience in statutory children’s social care.
• Experience ideally within Locality, Child Protection, or Assessment teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of children and families.
• Develop and implement Child in Need and Child Protection Plans.
• Prepare and present high-quality reports for Child Protection Conferences.

Skills

Strong knowledge of legislation

Excellent communication

Assessment skills

Report writing skills

Ability to manage complex cases

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification

Job description

Children’s Social Worker | Family Safeguarding Team | Portsmouth

Location: Portsmouth

Contract: Ongoing agency / locum assignment

Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay Rate: £42 per hour

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role: Tripod Partners are recruiting for an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team in Portsmouth. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, multi‑agency environment supporting children, young people, and families in need of targeted intervention. You’ll undertake Child in Need, Child Protection, and Court Work, ensuring that children are safeguarded and supported to achieve positive outcomes. You will join a friendly, stable, and supportive service where reflective practice and manageable caseloads allow you to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of children and families, undertaking statutory assessments under the Children Act 1989.
• Develop and implement Child in Need and Child Protection Plans, ensuring children’s safety and well‑being.
• Prepare and present high‑quality reports for Child Protection Conferences, Reviews, and Court proceedings.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, health professionals, and partner agencies.
• Undertake Section 47 enquiries, risk assessments, and direct work with children.

Requirements

• Social Work England registration (SWE).
• Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years’ post‑qualified experience in statutory children’s social care, ideally within Locality, Child Protection, or Assessment teams.
• Strong knowledge of legislation, thresholds, and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and work effectively under pressure.

Why Join Tripod Partners

• Excellent hourly rates and weekly payroll.
• Dedicated consultant with local authority expertise.
• Access to roles across London and the UK.
• Full support with compliance, referencing, and onboarding.
• Ongoing career support and feedback.

How to Apply

If you are interested in discussing this position in more detail, please call 07866 162539 and ask for Oscar Ness‑Ambridge or send your CV to [e-mail]