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Achieving Best Evidence Qualified Social Worker
Sandbach, Cheshire
Location
Sandbach, Cheshire Employment Type Locum Salary
£30 - £35 Band Qualified & Experienced Work Pattern (FT/PT) Full time Required Certifications SWE
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Cheshire East Council is seeking a skilled and trauma-informed Qualified Social Worker to join our Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) Team. This specialist role is central to supporting children and young people through the criminal justice process by conducting high-quality ABE interviews in partnership with police and safeguarding professionals. If you are experienced in working with children and are passionate about achieving justice and protection for vulnerable young people, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct ABE interviews with children and young people in line with national guidance, ensuring that evidence is gathered sensitively, ethically, and legally.
Work closely with police, health professionals, and legal teams in multi-agency settings to support child protection investigations and court proceedings.
Complete thorough assessments, reports, and safeguarding plans, maintaining accurate documentation that meets legal and procedural standards.
Provide emotional and practical support to children and families during and after the interview process, contributing to long-term safeguarding and recovery plans.
