Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team in Chichester, West Sussex

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Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Family Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Family Safeguarding
Location: County Hall, Chichester, UK
Salary: £38-42 per hour
Contract Type: Locum (Hourly)
Start Date: 28 May 2025
End Date: 30 September 2025

Overview
Join our dedicated Family Safeguarding Team as a Locum Social Worker at County Hall, Chichester. This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families while enjoying the flexibility and breadth of experience that locum work provides. With a competitive hourly rate of £41.98 and full-time hours encouraged, you will have the opportunity to fully engage with the role and deliver impactful outcomes.

Benefits of the Role

• Full-Time Engagement: Maximise your impact and professional growth by fully immersing yourself in a rewarding, full-time position.

• Varied Experience: Gain exposure to diverse working environments and practices, enhancing your professional development and adaptability.

• Professional Networking: Collaborate with professionals across the sector, building valuable connections and insights.

• Flexible Working: Benefit from a balanced mix of office and remote working during non-duty weeks, supporting improved work-life integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of need and risk for children and their families.

• Formulate and implement effective care plans aimed at improving outcomes and preventing unnecessary family breakdown.

• Conduct child protection investigations in accordance with statutory frameworks and safeguarding policies.

• Engage directly with children to ensure their voices are reflected in assessments and care planning.

• Work collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to deliver cohesive, well-rounded support packages.

• Maintain high standards of practice, supported by evidence-based assessments and professional references.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience in Local Authority children’s social care (England).

• Proven experience in front-line child protection work and robust assessment of risk.

• Competence in direct work with children, ensuring child-centred approaches to planning and intervention.

• Strong multi-agency collaboration skills, with a clear understanding of inter-professional working practices.

• A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel within the western area of the county.

Why Chichester?
Working at County Hall offers more than just a professional opportunity—it provides a chance to live and work in one of the South Coast’s most picturesque and historic locations. Chichester offers a unique mix of cultural heritage, scenic countryside, and a supportive community environment, making it an ideal location to grow both professionally and personally.

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