Social Work Child Protection Adviser Sanctuary Personal

Job Title: Child Protection Adviser
Job Location: London Borough of Ealing
Salary: £45.20 per hour (£)
Contract Type: Ongoing contract

This is an exciting opportunity to become a Child Protection Adviser within the Child Protection Team in the vibrant London Borough of Ealing. Embrace a flexible working arrangement with core hours from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, or options like 8 am to 6 pm for four days a week, part-time, or other configurations to suit your lifestyle.

Locum work offers fantastic flexibility, allowing you to choose assignments that fit with your schedule and lifestyle, offering a diverse array of experiences. Enjoy the satisfaction of supporting children and families directly while advancing your career. You will also relish the opportunity to be part of a passionate team dedicated to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare and safety. With access to tailored professional development, you will continually enhance your skills and boost your expertise.

Ealing’s vibrant community and cultural diversity offer a spirited work environment, along with excellent transport links making your commute easy and stress-free.

• Act as a lead adviser on child protection issues within the council and provide guidance to external agencies on child protection practices.
• Chair Child Protection Conferences and complex strategy meetings, ensuring decision-making enhances the welfare and safety of children within a multi‑agency framework.
• Maintain a critical quality assurance role, reviewing child protection practices and promoting high standards to improve service delivery.
• Ensure safeguarding decisions align with legislative guidance including Children Act 1989 and 2004, alongside relevant UK standards.
• Maximise the participation of parents and children by providing the information and support needed for effective engagement.
• Enhance multi‑agency collaboration to improve outcomes in safeguarding children.
• Chair meetings regarding allegations against professionals, maintaining thorough records according to departmental standards.
• Implement the council’s equal opportunity policies in all service delivery and employment practices.
• Participate in service planning to elevate standards and service outcomes.
• Conduct audits of children subject to Child Protection plans when required.
• Maintain up‑to‑date electronic records that meet scheduled requirements.
• Contribute to and deliver Child Protection and Safeguarding training sessions as necessary.
• Act as a deputy for the Safeguarding, Review & Quality Assurance Manager when required.
• Ensure prompt resolution of complaints as per departmental guidelines.

• A degree or equivalent in social work.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker.

Working in Ealing offers more than just a rewarding role; it places you in a lively and diverse community with a great spirit and charm. Its excellent transport links and vibrant cultural scene make it a fantastic place to both live and work. Be part of a team dedicated to truly making a difference in the lives of children and families.

Join us and share your expertise to help shape a brighter future for Ealing’s young residents.