Senior Child Protection Specialist

3 weeks ago


St Helens, St. Helens, United Kingdom St Helen's Metropolitan Borough Council Full time

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced social workers to join the St Helens Metropolitan Borough Council and contribute to our transformation journey. We offer continuous support, development, and career progression opportunities.

About the Role
  • We are seeking a highly skilled Social Work Qualified and Registered professional to support the Duty Teams in responding to child protection concerns.
Key Responsibilities
  1. Support the Team Manager in responding to referrals from the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and undertaking assessments of children in need.
  2. Develop and mentor newly qualified social workers.
  3. Chair strategy meetings and attend child in need meetings.
Requirements
  • Social Work Qualified and Registered with Social Work England.
  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Salary Information

£35,449 - £44,624 per annum.



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