Locum Child Protection Senior Social Worker

Thornaby, County Durham

Location
Thornaby, County Durham
Employment Type
Locum
Band
Qualified & Experienced
Work Pattern (FT/PT)
Full time
Required Certifications
SWE
Date posted
12 days ago
  • Act on behalf of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council to lead on complex and high-risk cases across Child Protection, Looked After Children, and Court proceedings, applying expert knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice.

  • Support and mentor junior staff and students, offering guidance, informal supervision, and modelling high standards of child-centred, strengths-based practice.

  • Take the lead on complex assessments and planning, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met and that the child’s voice is central to all decision-making and interventions.

  • Prepare and quality-assure reports for court, child protection conferences, and looked-after reviews, ensuring professional standards and evidential requirements are met.

  • Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, including health, education, and legal services, to deliver integrated, effective support to children and their families.

  • Contribute to service development and quality assurance, including case audits, reflective discussions, and participation in practice forums within Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.

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