Job Description

Nottingham City Council | Locum | Social Worker - Children in Care
Pay up to 32 per hour (negotiable) | 37 hours per week | Hybrid (3 days office based)
Role Overview:
Nottingham City Council is seeking an experienced Children in Care Social Worker to join their service on a locum basis. This role offers the chance to work within a supportive, structured team, delivering high-quality services for children and young people in care.
You will manage a complex caseload, undertaking child protection investigations, progressing care plans, and acting as the Lead Safeguarding Professional in line with statutory and legislative frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver good outcomes for children through assessments, case planning, and direct work as the key worker for looked after children.
• Undertake child-focused assessments of need within a person-centred approach.
• Manage safeguarding investigations and hold a full caseload of complex cases, including suspected abuse and neglect.
• Lead on court proceedings, permanency planning, and preparing high-quality reports.
• Chair casework meetings, including discharge planning and review meetings.
• Provide mentoring and support to less experienced colleagues and unqualified staff.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, ensuring services are child-centred, culturally appropriate, and outcome-focused.
• Maintain accurate, evidence-based case records in line with GDPR and departmental standards.

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work Registration
• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience in children's services
• Strong background in child protection, safeguarding, and children in care
• Proven track record of high-quality report writing and court experience
• Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads effectively
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior colleagues is desirable

Contract Details:

• Locum role
• Full-time - 37 hours per week
• 3 days office-based, with hybrid flexibility
• Pay up to 32 per hour (negotiable)

For more details, contact Ellis Russell at Sheldon Phillips:
07519750074
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