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3 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

•Suffolk County Council is seeking an experienced Children’s Social Worker to join the Central Locality Team in Stowmarket on a temporary basis.

•The role involves undertaking statutory social work duties to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

•The post holder will carry out child and family assessments, investigate safeguarding concerns, and work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to reduce risks and support positive outcomes for children.

•The role includes court work, multi-agency collaboration, and ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities and safeguarding legislation.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

•Complete comprehensive child and family assessments to evaluate needs and risks.

•Identify and investigate safeguarding concerns and undertake Section 47 enquiries where necessary.

•Analyse parenting capacity, family functioning, and the child’s developmental needs.

•Consider cultural, social, and environmental factors impacting the welfare of children.

•Develop, implement, and review child protection plans and Child in Need (CIN) plans.

•Conduct statutory home visits and direct one-to-one work with children and families.

•Provide parenting support and safety planning to help reduce risk within the family environment.

•Maintain accurate case records, update case summaries, and prepare professional reports.

•Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including strategy meetings, child protection conferences, and CIN meetings.

•Prepare court statements and attend court hearings where required.

•Work closely with legal teams, partner agencies, and safeguarding professionals to support care planning and case progression.

•Advocate for the child’s welfare and ensure their voice is represented in planning and decision-making.

Skills/Experience:

•Qualified Social Worker with relevant social work qualification (e.g. Degree or equivalent).

•Social Work England registration (essential).

•Experience working within Children’s Services or safeguarding teams.

•Strong knowledge of child protection procedures and safeguarding legislation.

•Experience conducting child and family assessments and risk assessments.

•Ability to undertake Section 47 enquiries and safeguarding investigations.

•Experience participating in multi-agency safeguarding meetings.

•Strong report writing skills for case records, assessments, and court documentation.

•Ability to manage a complex caseload and meet statutory deadlines.

•Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.

•Experience working collaboratively with families, professionals, and legal services.

Additional Information:

•Bi-Weekly Payments.

•Location: The Mix, 127 Ipswich Street, Stowmarket, IP14 1BB.

•Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days in the office per week.

•Hours: 37 hours per week (09:00 – 17:30).

•Requirement: DfE sheet must be completed.

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