Qualified Social Worker – Independent Case Conference Chair

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

Job summary

A professional recruitment agency is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to be an Independent Case Conference Chair in North West England. This role plays a pivotal part in child protection, leading multiple agency discussions, ensuring all procedures comply with statutory standards. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and have at least 5 years of experience. This position offers a competitive pay rate of £32 per hour and the opportunity to work within a supportive environment focused on child welfare.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Impactful work in child protection

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualified experience with children and families.
• Proven ability to manage challenging dynamics effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Chair complex multi-agency meetings and ensure statutory compliance.
• Collaborate with social workers and key partners.
• Advocate for children's voices in decision-making processes.

Skills

Leadership in multi-agency meetings

Child protection legislation understanding

Communication skills

Mediation skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Job description

️ Qualified Social Worker – Independent Case Conference Chair
Location: North West England
Pay Rate: £32 per hour
Full-Time| Immediate Start

Are you a confident and experienced Qualified Social Worker ready to step into a pivotal role? We’re seeking a Independent Case Conference Chairto join a passionate and high-performing team in the North West.
This is a critical safeguarding role where your expertise will help shape the futures of vulnerable children and families. As Child Protection Chair, you'll independently lead and manage Initial and Review Child Protection Conferences, Children Looked After Reviews, and Foster Carer Annual Reviews, ensuring they are conducted within statutory timelines and meet all regulatory standards.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Chairing complex multi-agency meetings, confidently managing challenging dynamics
• Ensuring statutory processes are followed and timelines are met
• Driving forward best outcomes for children and families through robust planning and oversight
• Collaborating with social workers and key partners to maintain a high standard of practice
• Monitoring care plans and making recommendations to improve service delivery
• Advocating for children’s voices to be heard in all decision-making processes
• Offering guidance to social workers, students, and other professionals as needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
• A minimum of 5 years’ post-qualified experience working with children and families
• Proven ability to chair multi-agency meetings confidently and effectively
• Strong working knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding procedures
• Ability to build meaningful relationships and challenge practice where needed
• Excellent communication, mediation, and negotiation skills
• A passion for quality, accountability, and improving outcomes for children
• A creative, forward-thinking, and reflective approach to practice

Why Join Us?

• Competitive £42 per hour rate
• Opportunity to make a real impact in child protection and care planning
• Supportive working environment with a focus on professional standards and development
• Work with a well-established local authority team known for high-quality practice

Ideal Location
This role is easily commutable from: Manchester, Northwich, Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead, Wirral, Liverpool, Macclesfield, Skelmersdale, Wigan, Warrington, Chester , Bolton, Altrincham, Cheadle, Stockport, St Helens, Widnes, Crewe, Stoke-on Trent, Macclesfield, Winsford, Runcorn.

Not Quite the Right Fit?
We’re recruiting across all areas of Qualified Social Work, including:IRO, BIA, MASH, Children in Need, Duty & Assessment, Children Looked After, Adults’ Services, Team Manager, and more.
If this role isn’t right for you, please get in touch — we’d love to help you find one that is.

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