Child Protection Social Worker

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of Wrexham County Borough Council for experienced Child Protection Social Workers to join their Family Support Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled practitioners looking for a stable contract within a supportive local authority setting.

Contract Details:

4-month ongoing contract
£38.43 per hour (Umbrella) / £28.70 per hour (PAYE)
Hybrid working – minimum 3 days per week in the office

Role Overview :
You will be working within the Family Support Team, managing a varied and complex caseload. This will include Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Public Law Outline (PLO) cases, with the potential for court proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

Hold and manage a caseload involving CIN, CP, and PLO
Undertake assessments, care planning, and reviews
Prepare reports and statements for court where required
Carry out statutory visits and ensure compliance with legislation
Work closely with multi-agency partners to safeguard children and families
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)
Significant experience in Child Protection and safeguarding

Experience with court work and PLO processes is desirable
Strong understanding of relevant legislation and statutory duties
Ability to manage a busy and demanding caseload

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority with a strong team environment and flexible working arrangements.

Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to (url removed)
£200 referral bonus available and £150 sign-up bonus for new candidates