Our client in Nottingham City Council is currently recruiting for an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Children's Services team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and experienced social worker to work across Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and Children in Care (CIC) cases, with a primary focus on Care Proceedings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of Children in Need, Child Protection, and Children in Care cases.
- Undertake assessments, care planning, and direct work with children and families.
- Lead and contribute to care proceedings, including preparing court reports and attending hearings.
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure effective safeguarding and support for children and families.
- Maintain accurate and timely case records in accordance with statutory requirements.
- Attend and contribute to strategy meetings, child protection conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.
Essential Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
- Significant frontline experience within Children's Services.
- Proven experience managing cases within Care Proceedings.
- Strong assessment, analytical, and case management skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel within and outside the local authority area.
What's on Offer:
- rate of £37.50 per hour.
- Hybrid working arrangement, with 3 days office-based and 2 days remote working.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families.
Tempest Resourcing is one of the UK's leading Social Care recruitment agencies, proudly supplying high-quality candidates to more local authorities than any other provider. As a Tier 1 supplier to a significant number of councils across the country, we're perfectly positioned to help you - or someone you know - secure your next opportunity.
If you're interested in the role above or would like a confidential chat about your career options, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We're here to support your next move.
Tempest Social Work Team
0203 651 3181
