Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection Team

PPR Social Care; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care agency in Leeds seeks a Qualified Social Worker for the Child Protection Team. This role involves safeguarding vulnerable children and supporting families, with responsibilities including conducting risk assessments and managing care plans. Applicants should have a degree in Social Work and a minimum of 4 years of post-qualified experience in child protection. Competitive pay at £35 per hour, along with career support and a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Ongoing compliance and career support

Reliable weekly payroll

Access to exclusive referral bonuses and incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years post-qualified experience working with children and families.
• Strong background in Child Protection and Children in Need.
• Proven ability to carry out direct work with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full assessments of risk and need in line with statutory requirements.
• Develop and manage effective care and protection plans.
• Maintain a manageable caseload with regular case reviews.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Mediation skills

Multi-agency working

Flexibility and creativity

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Tools

Clean Enhanced DBS check

Access to a vehicle

Job description

Overview

Qualified Social Worker - Child Protection Team
Leeds, West Yorkshire
£35 per hour (agency role)

Are you an experienced and passionate Social Worker committed to safeguarding children and supporting families? Join a high-performing Child Protection Team in West Yorkshire, where your skills will directly impact the lives of vulnerable children and make a lasting difference.

About the Role

This is a challenging yet rewarding role where you\'ll work with children and families at risk, helping to ensure they are safe, supported, and empowered.

• Hold a complex caseload within Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and court proceedings
• Carry out Section 47 enquiries and prepare cases for Initial Child Protection Conferences
• Lead on Child & Family Assessments, with a strong emphasis on early planning for permanence
• Work directly with children and their families using evidence-based tools
• Collaborate with partner agencies (health, education, police) to deliver joined-up support
• Contribute to sustainable, positive outcomes through robust planning and meaningful engagement

You\'ll also work closely with Integrated Prevention and Early Help services to promote local, community-based solutions once statutory intervention is no longer needed.

What We\'re Looking For

• A degree in Social Work (or equivalent: DipSW, CQSW, CSS)
• Registration with Social Work England
• Enhanced DBS check (clean)
• Access to a vehicle for travel across the locality
• Minimum 4 years post-qualified experience working with children and families
• Strong background in Child Protection, Children in Need, and Court work
• Experience supporting families through pre-proceedings and public law proceedings
• In-depth understanding of legislation, policies, and safeguarding frameworks
• Proven ability to carry out direct work with children and families
• Excellent communication, mediation, and negotiation skills
• Confidence in multi-agency working and professional decision-making
• A flexible, creative, and reflective approach to practice

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct full assessments of risk and need in line with statutory requirements
• Develop and manage effective care and protection plans
• Maintain a manageable caseload with regular case reviews
• Ensure the voices of children are central to all assessments and plans
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency teams to achieve the best outcomes
• Offer support to students and less experienced practitioners as needed

Why Join Pertemps?

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles across the UK
• An easy and efficient registration process
• Ongoing compliance and career support
• Reliable weekly payroll
• Access to exclusive referral bonuses and incentives

Easily Commutable From

Oldham, Trafford, Bury, Bolton, Preston, Blackpool, Huddersfield, Halifax, Leeds, York, Wakefield, Bradford, Manchester, Sheffield, Doncaster, and many surrounding areas across West Yorkshire and the North West.

Other Opportunities

• IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer)
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• MASH, CLA, Localities, Court Work
• Children\'s and Adults\' Services
• Team Manager, Service Manager, Head of Service