Social Worker for Child Protection & Family Support

London Social Work for Children; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rental housing in Wembley (subject to)

Golden hello and relocation packages

Annual retention payment

Job summary

Brent Council seeks a qualified social worker to join our Family Support, Child Protection and Court Work teams. You will protect, empower and transform lives while working within a supportive, diverse London borough.

We offer a disability-friendly interview guarantee, robust safeguarding practices and a commitment to manageable caseloads. Join a council that values inclusive working environment and progression.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with HCPC registration.
• Experience in Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
• Experience with safeguarding and care proceedings.
• Ability to collaborate with professionals across agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support children, young people and families through Child in Need and Child Protection plans.
• Reduce risk and develop sustainable safety within families’ support networks.
• Support families through pre-proceedings and, where necessary, care proceedings.
• Prepare Section 7 and Section 37 reports for the court.
• Work with professionals across agencies to drive positive change for children.

Skills

Child protection

Court work

Systemic practice

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in social work

HCPC registration

Job description

Brent Council seeks a qualified social worker to join our Family Support, Child Protection and Court Work teams. You will protect, empower and transform lives while working within a supportive, diverse London borough.

We offer a disability-friendly interview guarantee, robust safeguarding practices and a commitment to manageable caseloads. Join a council that values inclusive working environment and progression.