Child Protecton Chair - Somerset

Child Protection Co-ordinator – Somerset Council

Children’s Advocacy and Independent Reviewing Service
Up to 4 days per week onsite - Somerset

We’re working with Somerset Council who have an exciting opportunity within their Children’s Advocacy and Independent Reviewing Service for a Child Protection Co-ordinator to join their well-established, supportive team. This position is full time and based in Taunton for 4 days, and 1 day working from home. Pay rate is £44 Umbrella. Initial 3 month contract.

This role would be a great next step for an experienced Social Worker, Advanced Practitioner or Team Manager who is looking for a new challenge that combines quality assurance, leadership and advocacy for children and young people.

You’ll play a key part in ensuring that child protection plans are effective, well-reviewed and truly focused on the needs of the child. The role includes leading on quality assurance activity such as practice evaluations, dip reviews, and feedback analysis  to make sure every child’s voice is heard and that the “so what” for the child always drives decision-making. This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the chance to influence practice across the service, while maintaining that direct connection with children and young people in Somerset.

To apply, you’ll need:

• A recognised Social Work qualification

• At least 5 years post-qualifying experience

• Strong understanding of child protection processes and quality assurance

• Confidence in leading and supporting colleagues to deliver the best outcomes for children

If you’d like to be part of a service that truly values reflection, collaboration and improvement  this could be a brilliant next step.

To apply for this role, you will need to hold -

• A minimum of 6 months experience of working in the UK as a registered social worker
• A relevant Social Work Qualification
• Registration with Social Care Wales / Social Work England
• Enhanced DBS, registered on the update service or be happy to apply for a DBS
• 3 Years of referencing
• Driving license with access to a car

Benefits of working for Hoop:

• 20 years’ experience of the Social Work market
• Your local agency based in Cardiff
• PAYE and Umbrella payroll options available – you choose!
• Dedicated point of contact (support team to cover whilst on leave)
• Twice weekly payroll
• Actively supplying every Local Authority in South/West Wales and South West England
• Provides free training sessions (Contributes CPD)
• Refer a friend scheme available
• Birthday gifts 🎂
• Wellbeing sessions

Given the nature of the role, only applications from individuals with a social work qualification and registration with Social Work England can be considered. No sponsorship provided. Please only apply if you meet this criteria.

Contact Sarah Leigh at Hoop Social Work in Cardiff today on 02922 400519 for an informal chat.