Senior Social Worker - Child Protection

LinsCare; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LinsCare in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the busy Child Protection Team. The role requires strong statutory child protection expertise and the ability to manage complex casework while safeguarding children and progressing protection plans.

You will conduct assessments, attend conferences, and work collaboratively with families, schools, health professionals and partner agencies to ensure timely and effective outcomes for vulnerable children.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant experience in statutory child protection settings.
• Strong assessment, safeguarding, and multi-agency working skills.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload in a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of children and families in statutory CP setting.
• Undertake assessments and safeguarding interventions to protect children.
• Develop and progress child protection plans within timescales.
• Attend conferences and core groups; participate in multi-agency working.
• Maintain accurate case records per local authority procedures.

Skills

Statutory child protection experience

Case management

Assessment & multi-agency working

Communication skills

UK Social Work England registration

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

Senior Social Worker - Child Protection

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Pay Rate: £30.58 per hour (Umbrella)

Team: Child Protection

We are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Social Worker to join a busy Child Protection Team based in North West Central Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and motivated social work professional with strong statutory child protection experience and the ability to manage complex casework, safeguard vulnerable children, and ensure child protection plans are progressed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of children and families within a statutory child protection setting.
• Undertake assessments and implement appropriate safeguarding interventions to protect children from harm.
• Develop, monitor, and progress child protection plans, ensuring actions are completed within agreed timescales.
• Conduct statutory visits, attend child protection conferences, and participate in core group meetings.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, health professionals, and other partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with statutory requirements and local authority procedures.
• Assess risk, make informed professional decisions, and ensure the needs and welfare of children remain the priority.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant Social Work qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Proven experience within a statutory child protection team.
• Strong experience in case management, safeguarding, and progressing child protection plans.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and multi-agency working skills.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload and work effectively in a busy team environment.

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rate of £30.58 per hour umbrella.
• Opportunity to work within a busy local authority child protection service.
• A role where your expertise can make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families.

Mandatory: Must have a UK Passport or a Full Right to Work in the UK

If you are an experienced Social Worker with a strong background in child protection and are looking for your next opportunity in Birmingham, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Natasha Haddon