Social Worker - Advanced Children

Children Social WorkerDerbyshire County CouncilUp to £26.63 per hour

The Role

Derbyshire County Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join their busy Children & Families Team in Derbyshire. This is a frontline Child Protection role within a fast-paced environment, where you will play a vital role in safeguarding vulnerable children and supporting families through complex challenges.

This opportunity is ideal for a confident practitioner with strong court experience who thrives in a dynamic statutory setting and is committed to achieving positive outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of children subject to Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Proceedings.
• Undertaking comprehensive assessments and developing outcome-focused care plans.
• Preparing high-quality reports for Court and representing the Local Authority in legal proceedings.
• Working in partnership with multi-agency professionals to ensure coordinated and effective support.
• Maintaining accurate, timely case recordings in line with statutory requirements.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience in Children's Services.
• Court Work: Proven experience with Care Proceedings and sound knowledge of legal processes.
• Registration: Active Social Work England registration.
• Skills: Strong assessment, analytical, and report-writing abilities.

What's On Offer

• Competitive Pay: Up to £26.63 per hour, negotiable up to £35 per hour for experienced candidates.
• Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
• Expenses Covered: Travel and agreed work-related expenses reimbursed.
• Supportive Environment: A well-structured team with experienced management oversight.
• Stability & Reputation: Join a respected local authority known for its commitment to improving outcomes for children and families across Derbyshire.

Why Work with Guidant Global?

Guidant Global is a specialist recruitment partner with extensive experience placing Social Workers across the UK.

• Dedicated consultants who understand the statutory children's sector.
• Streamlined onboarding and compliance support.
• Transparent communication and ongoing placement support.
• Access to a wide network of local authority opportunities.

We are committed to matching skilled professionals with roles where they can truly make a difference.

Referral Bonus

Know someone suitable? We offer a £250 referral bonus for every successful referral once they have completed 12 weeks in post with us.

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