Are you an experienced Social Worker passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Sandwell Children's Services are looking for a skilled Child Protection Social Worker to join their frontline safeguarding team and help drive positive outcomes for children at risk.

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection Plans, Child in Need plans, and care proceedings

• Undertake comprehensive assessments, including S47 enquiries and court reports

• Develop and implement robust care plans that ensure children's safety and wellbeing

• Work collaboratively with families, partner agencies, and professionals

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on case management systems

• Attend and contribute to case conferences, reviews, and court hearings

🔹 Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

• Minimum of 2 years' post-qualifying experience in child protection or safeguarding

• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and statutory guidance

• Confident in handling complex caseloads and risk management

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain)

• Car driver with access to own vehicle (preferred)

🔹 Benefits:

• Competitive pay up to £33.30 per hour (Umbrella), depending on experience

• Supportive team environment and regular supervision

• Flexible hybrid working arrangements

• Weekly payroll and dedicated consultant support

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.