Locum Safeguarding Qualified Social Worker
Coventry, Warwickshire
Qualified Social Worker
Brief Job Overview
We are recruiting a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join Coventry City Council on a 3-month locum contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a supportive and forward-thinking team within Children’s Services, where you will play a vital role in supporting children, young people, and families to achieve safety, stability, and positive long-term outcomes.
The role involves working with families across a range of needs, undertaking statutory assessments, developing care and protection plans, and coordinating multi-agency responses to safeguard and promote children’s welfare.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake assessments and interventions under the Children Act 1989 and related legislation, ensuring children’s needs are identified and met.
- Work with children and families to develop and implement effective Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children plans.
- Conduct visits, direct work, and assessments to build relationships and understand family dynamics.
- Work closely with multi-agency partners to coordinate safeguarding responses and ensure the best outcomes for children.
- Prepare clear, evidence-based reports and present findings at child protection conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.
- Manage a complex caseload effectively, maintaining high standards of professional practice and timely case recording.
- Promote positive change by empowering families to build on their strengths and develop sustainable support networks.
- Participate in reflective supervision and professional development opportunities to continuously enhance practice.
About You
You are a skilled, reflective, and resilient social worker with strong assessment, planning, and relationship-building skills. You are passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families and are confident managing complex caseloads within statutory children’s social care. You thrive in a team environment and demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment in all aspects of your work.
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Substantial experience working in Children’s Social Care, including safeguarding, assessments, and court work.
- Strong understanding of the Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and related legislation.
- Ability to work effectively within multi-agency frameworks to safeguard and promote children’s welfare.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
- Proactive and adaptable with excellent organisational and time management abilities.
- Commitment to professional development and maintaining high standards of practice.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a supportive team.
Contract & Salary
- Job Type: Locum
- Location: Coventry City Council
- Service Area: Children’s Services
- Contract Length: 3 months (with potential for extension)
- Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Working Pattern: Hybrid / Office-based as required
How to Apply
If you are an experienced and qualified Social Worker committed to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families across Coventry, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply using the form on the page.