Lead Practitioner - Child protection - Hounslow
An experienced and committed Lead Practitioner is sought to join a busy Child Protection service in Hounslow. This is an opportunity for a qualified social worker to provide skilled, child-centred practice and make a meaningful difference to children, young people and their families.
You will manage a complex caseload involving children subject to child protection plans, children in need and care proceedings. Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, analysing risk, developing effective plans and ensuring that the child’s voice remains central to all decision-making. You will undertake statutory visits, convene and contribute to conferences and reviews, prepare clear reports, and provide evidence for court proceedings where required.
As a Lead Practitioner, you will offer professional guidance and support to social workers and other colleagues, promoting reflective practice, sound professional judgement and consistently high standards of safeguarding. You will contribute to case discussions, provide advice on complex situations and help develop the skills and confidence of less experienced practitioners. Partnership working will be essential, with regular collaboration across education, health, police, housing and other agencies.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Work England registration, with substantial post-qualifying experience in child protection and statutory children’s services. You should have a strong understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and safeguarding procedures, alongside experience of managing risk, working within legal frameworks and supporting positive outcomes for children. A practice educator qualification or experience supervising and mentoring colleagues would be advantageous.
You will need excellent assessment, communication and organisational skills, resilience, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. In return, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality practice within a supportive and child-focused service.
Lead Practitioner - Child protection - Hounslow
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