Social Worker - Child Protection Team - Hackney - Sanctuary Personal

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team

Job Title: Social Worker – Child Protection Team
Location: Hackney, London, UK
Pay Rate: £39.14 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time (Hybrid Working – minimum 2 days in the office)

We are seeking a Social Worker to join the Child Protection Team in Hackney. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £39.14
, with flexible full-time or part-time options. If you are passionate about safeguarding children and working in a supportive, diverse environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

• Flexible hours:
  Full-time or part-time, tailored to your lifestyle
• Professional development:
  Access in-house training and opportunities for career progression, including permanent roles
• Hybrid working:
  Minimum of two days in the office to collaborate with your team
• Supportive environment:
  Regular supervision and manageable caseloads
• Vibrant location:
  Experience Hackney’s diverse culture, markets, green spaces, and community spirit

To provide high-quality social work services within the Child Protection Team, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and protection of children. The role involves assessment, intervention planning, and multi-agency collaboration to safeguard children at risk.

• Conduct assessments and develop intervention plans for children requiring protection
• Collaborate with families and multi-agency partners to ensure children’s welfare is prioritised
• Prepare reports and present evidence in court when required
• Provide professional guidance and support to colleagues within the team
• Apply anti-racist and trauma-informed systemic practice principles in daily work

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant child protection experience
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory frameworks
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively while providing high-quality interventions
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to anti-racist and trauma-informed practice

Hackney is a lively, diverse, and culturally rich borough with excellent transport links. From bustling markets and trendy cafes to green spaces and community events, Hackney offers a vibrant environment to live and work while making a meaningful difference in children’s lives.

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