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Senior Social Worker - Locality Safeguarding

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liquidpersonnel logoLiquidpersonnel · Normanton And Featherston
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago
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Support from senior members of staffGreat location with public transport linksCompetitive rate of payQualifications & Experience:To be successful in this role you must have,Social Work England registrationEligible to work in the UKHold a full UK driving licencePost-qualified experienceDegree level or equivalent in Social WorkWhy Liquid Personnel?Free DBS and compliance serviceTwice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service, getting you paid more quicklyAccess to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agenciesFree access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portalYour own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledgeAccess to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK"Refer a Friend" bonus - get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*"Find your own job" bonus - get £250 for bringing your own position to us *Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.Reasonable Adjustments:We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.BH - 191969GH - 32151Health insurancePerformance bonus

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Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Locality Safeguarding Location: Covering South East, Normanton and Featherstone Pay Rate: £35 per hour Job Description: Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Senior Social Worker for its client's Locality Safeguarding Team based in Normanton and Featherstone . This pivotal role within Children's Services involves delivering high-quality social work practice to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will lead on complex cases, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute to a reflective and supportive team environment. Collaboration with children, families, and multi-agency partners will be essential to ensure timely and effective interventions. What will your responsibilities be? Manage a caseload of complex and high-risk cases, including Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), Public Law Outline (PLO), and court proceedings. Provide mentorship and support to less experienced social workers and contribute to their professional development. Undertake statutory assessments, develop and review child protection and care plans, and ensure all interventions are child-focused and outcome-driven. Chair and lead multi-agency meetings, including strategy discussions and core groups, ensuring effective information sharing and planning. Maintain high standards of recording, analysis, and decision-making in line with legislation, policy, and best practice. Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver coordinated safeguarding responses. Contribute to service development, including quality assurance activities, audits, and reflective practice sessions. Promote and model Wakefield Council's values, behaviours, and commitment to continuous improvement in children's social care.

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