Herefordshire Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Child Protection Court Social Worker to join our Children & Young People's Services.In this critical role, you will manage complex child protection cases, particularly those involving court proceedings, ensuring that the safety and welfare of children are paramount.You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams and the courts to achieve the best possible outcomes for vulnerable children and their families.
Responsibilities:
Court Work:
Prepare detailed reports and present evidence in court, ensuring that the best interests of the child are always the focus. Case Management:
Manage complex child protection cases, including those subject to court proceedings, ensuring all statutory responsibilities are met. Safeguarding:
Ensure the immediate and long-term safety of children, implementing safeguarding measures where necessary. Multi-Agency Collaboration:
Work closely with professionals from health, education, and legal services to coordinate care and ensure effective case management. Advocacy & Support:
Build strong relationships with children and families, advocating for their needs and ensuring their voices are represented throughout the court process. Professional Development:
Continuously engage in training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and practice. Requirements: We are looking for a candidate who: Holds a degree in Social Work and is registered with Social Work England. Has significant experience in child protection, particularly within a court setting. Demonstrates excellent report writing, analytical, and advocacy skills. Ehanced DBS Access to own car Why Join Us? A competitive salary and market supplement of £5,000 per year. Welcome payment of £5,000 for experienced social workers. Relocation support of up to £10,000. Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time and home working options. Generous annual leave (31 days plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase additional leave. Access to ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package, including pension, discounts, and wellbeing support. How to Apply: If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - Christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350. The benefits of working with SCS: A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact. Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work! An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities. Payroll service twice a week. Ltd and PAYE payment options available. Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training. Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses. DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.
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Prepare detailed reports and present evidence in court, ensuring that the best interests of the child are always the focus. Case Management:
Manage complex child protection cases, including those subject to court proceedings, ensuring all statutory responsibilities are met. Safeguarding:
Ensure the immediate and long-term safety of children, implementing safeguarding measures where necessary. Multi-Agency Collaboration:
Work closely with professionals from health, education, and legal services to coordinate care and ensure effective case management. Advocacy & Support:
Build strong relationships with children and families, advocating for their needs and ensuring their voices are represented throughout the court process. Professional Development:
Continuously engage in training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and practice. Requirements: We are looking for a candidate who: Holds a degree in Social Work and is registered with Social Work England. Has significant experience in child protection, particularly within a court setting. Demonstrates excellent report writing, analytical, and advocacy skills. Ehanced DBS Access to own car Why Join Us? A competitive salary and market supplement of £5,000 per year. Welcome payment of £5,000 for experienced social workers. Relocation support of up to £10,000. Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time and home working options. Generous annual leave (31 days plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase additional leave. Access to ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package, including pension, discounts, and wellbeing support. How to Apply: If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - Christopher.richardson@servicecare.org.uk If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350. The benefits of working with SCS: A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact. Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed in to work! An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities. Payroll service twice a week. Ltd and PAYE payment options available. Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training. Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses. DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.
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