Social Worker - Child Safeguarding Team Sanctuary Personal

Job Title: Social Worker – Child Safeguarding Team

Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire

Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour

Contract Type: Locum

Hours: Full time or part time

Contract Length: Ongoing

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the Child Safeguarding Team in Daventry, Northamptonshire. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to undertake meaningful statutory work that protects children and supports families through complex safeguarding concerns.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality, child-centred social work practice, contributing to positive and sustainable outcomes for children at risk of harm.

• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Public Law Outline (PLO) processes.
• Undertake Section 47 enquiries and statutory assessments under the Children Act 1989.
• Identify risks, assess safety, and develop effective safeguarding plans.
• Create, review, and update child-focused care and protection plans in partnership with families and professionals.
• Prepare high-quality reports, assessments, and statements for court proceedings.
• Attend court hearings and provide evidence where required.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies including police, health, education, early help, and voluntary organisations.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and analytical case records using the council’s electronic case management system.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Recent experience in statutory children’s social work.
• Proven experience managing Child in Need, Child Protection, and court cases.
• Strong assessment, report-writing, and analytical skills.

Located in the heart of Northamptonshire, Daventry offers a blend of rural charm and excellent transport links. The area provides a supportive professional network alongside access to countryside living, making it an attractive location for both work and lifestyle balance.

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