Senior Child Protection Practitioner

4 days ago


Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom Somerset County Council Full time

Somerset County Council: A Great Place to Work

We are committed to providing high-quality services to our community and supporting the well-being of our staff. Our Children Looked After Team is dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

We are seeking an experienced social worker to join our team as a Senior Child Protection Practitioner. This role involves managing complex child protection cases, mentoring junior team members, and working closely with multi-agency teams.

To succeed in this role, you will need to be registered with Social Work England and have experience working within social care. You should also possess strong communication and relationship-building skills, as well as the ability to evidence exceptional care planning skills.

In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a competitive salary of £40,476 - £44,711 per annum, depending on experience, as well as extensive training opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage complex child protection cases
  • Mentor junior team members
  • Work closely with multi-agency teams

Requirements

  • Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
  • Experience in social care, including child protection
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills


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