Social Worker - Child Protection - Cheshire East
An experienced and committed Social Worker is required to join a busy Children’s Services team, supporting children and families where there are safeguarding concerns. This is an opportunity for a qualified professional to make a meaningful difference by promoting children’s safety, wellbeing and long-term outcomes.
You will manage a varied caseload involving child protection, children in need and care proceedings. Your responsibilities will include completing high-quality assessments, analysing risk, developing and reviewing effective plans, and ensuring that children’s voices, wishes and feelings remain central to decision-making. You will undertake statutory visits, contribute to strategy discussions and case conferences, and prepare clear, evidence-based reports for court and other formal meetings.
Working collaboratively, you will build constructive relationships with children, parents, carers and wider professionals, including education, health, police and commissioned services. You will respond confidently to changing circumstances, identify and escalate safeguarding concerns, and ensure that records are accurate, timely and compliant with relevant legislation, guidance and local procedures. You will also contribute to permanency planning and support positive transitions for children and young people.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have substantial post-qualification experience in children’s social care, ideally including child protection, court work and complex safeguarding. A sound understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and strengths-based practice is essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
You will be a confident communicator, a reflective practitioner and a reliable team member who can demonstrate sound professional judgement. A full driving licence and access to transport may be required for carrying out visits across the area. In return, you can expect regular supervision, opportunities for professional development and the chance to contribute to a supportive, child-focused service.
Social Worker - Child Protection - Cheshire East
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