Locum Child Protection Qualified Social Worker

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear

Location
Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Employment Type
Locum
Band
Qualified & Experienced
Work Pattern (FT/PT)
Full time
Required Certifications
SWE
Date posted
Yesterday
  • Deliver statutory responsibilities for The Borough Council of Gateshead, supporting children and families under Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children frameworks.

  • Manage a varied and complex caseload, completing high-quality assessments and developing outcome-focused care plans that prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children.

  • Work in partnership with children, families, and carers to ensure their voices are central to all planning, decision-making, and interventions.

  • Prepare clear, evidence-based reports for child protection conferences, looked after reviews, and legal proceedings, ensuring compliance with statutory and local procedures.

  • Collaborate with multi-agency professionals across education, health, police, and voluntary sectors to coordinate effective safeguarding and support responses.

  • Participate in regular supervision, reflective practice, and training to uphold high professional standards and contribute to continuous service improvement within Gateshead’s Children’s Services.

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