Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection

Pertemps; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social care agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for the Locality Team in West Yorkshire. You will manage assessments and child protection cases in a supportive environment. This role requires over 4 years of experience in frontline social work, expertise in child development, and excellent communication skills. Join a cohesive team focused on making a positive impact on children and families.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Fast online registration

Reliable weekly payroll

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• 4+ years of qualified experience in frontline children’s social work.
• Sound understanding of child development and safeguarding legislation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload, including safeguarding and complex family work.
• Undertake Child & Family Assessments.
• Complete Section 47 investigations.
• Work collaboratively within multi-agency teams.

Skills

Child Protection

Assessment

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Overview

Qualified Social Worker – Locality Team (Assessment & Child Protection)

Location: West Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £35 per hour
Contract: Locum

Are you a committed and experienced Qualified Social Worker ready for your next rewarding role in a Locality Assessment & Child Protection Team? We're working with a highly regarded and supportive local authority in West Yorkshire seeking a passionate practitioner to join their Child Protection & Assessment service. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a lovely, close-knit team that values collaboration, supervision, and positive outcomes.

Why This Role?

• Assessment & Child Protection caseload
• Duty rota – 1 week in every 4
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• Supportive management and regular supervision
• Focus on early intervention, sustainable change, and planning for permanence
• Strong links with Early Help and integrated services

You'll work with children and families at crucial points in their lives — carrying out Child & Family Assessments, Section 47 enquiries, and Child in Need / Child Protection work, including court proceedings.

What We're Looking For

We want to hear from social workers who are:

• Registered with Social Work England
• Experienced in Child Protection, Court work, and Assessment
• Skilled in managing CIN, CP, and Pre-Proceedings cases
• Confident in working under pressure and meeting statutory timescales
• Excellent at building relationships with children, families, and professionals
• Committed to achieving positive, sustainable change

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload, including safeguarding and complex family work
• Undertake Child & Family Assessments
• Complete Section 47 investigations and Initial Child Protection Conferences
• Contribute to court reports, care planning, and reviews
• Work collaboratively within multi-agency teams
• Deliver high-quality direct work with children

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years of qualified experience in frontline children’s social work
• A sound understanding of child development, risk assessment, and safeguarding legislation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A reflective approach to practice and commitment to professional growth

Why Choose Pertemps?

With Pertemps Social Care, you\'ll get more than just a placement:

• A dedicated consultant with access to exclusive UK-wide roles
• Fast, hassle-free online registration
• Full support with compliance and onboarding
• Prompt, reliable weekly payroll
• Referral bonus – earn £250 for every successful referral!

Easily Commutable From: Leeds | Bradford | Wakefield | Halifax | Huddersfield | York | Pontefract | Doncaster | Rotherham | Sheffield | Keighley | Shipley | Bingley | Otley | Barnsley | Manchester | and surrounding areas

Not quite right? We also recruit across a wide range of roles in Qualified Social Work, including:

• IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer)
• BIA (Best Interest Assessor)
• MASH
• Looked After Children
• Children in Need
• Court & Permanence Teams
• Adult Social Work
• Team & Service Management

Refer & Earn: Know someone looking for a new role?

Refer them to us and receive £250 per successful referral – no limits!

Apply today or get in touch to find out more.

This is your chance to join a supportive, well-managed team and truly make a difference.