979 Child Protection Social Worker jobs in the United Kingdom

We are looking for experienced Child Protection Social Workers (CP/Court Work) in the Brent area. Permanent vacancies available - must have completed ASYE and at least 2 years post qualified experience and registered with Social Work England. Great rates of pay.

43,299-46,512 + Golden hello payemtn 5,000 and 2,500 retention payment

Please express your interest to Toni Rowe (phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment

Job Title: Child Protection & Assessment Social Worker
Location: Cheshire (3 Days from Home)
Pay Rate: 40 per hour

Job Description:

Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join a forward-thinking Child Protection and AsseThe team is committed to promoting work-life balance, providing clear supervision, and fostering strong multi-agency collaboration. In addition to a rewarding caseload, the position offers excellent pay and hybrid working flexibility.ssment Team for its client based in Cheshire East.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a well-supported frontline service, focusing on child protection and initial assessments, while benefiting from a separate Court Team that manages all legal proceedings.

The team is committed to promoting work-life balance, providing clear supervision, and fostering strong multi-agency collaboration. In addition to a rewarding caseload, the position offers excellent pay and hybrid working flexibility.

What will your responsibilities be?

• Carry out initial assessments and Section 47 enquiries to determine risk and next steps.
• Manage Child Protection and Child in Need cases through effective planning and intervention.
• Attend strategy discussions, CP conferences, and core groups.
• No court work - all legal proceedings are handled by a dedicated Court Team.

Benefits:

• 40 per hour - top-tier rate.
• 3 days per week remote working - real flexibility, not just lip service.
• No court reports or hearings - separate Court Team supports you.
• Work within a stable, well-managed team known for strong leadership and reflective supervision.
• Reasonable caseloads and excellent admin support.
• Interviews available immediately - quick onboarding.

Qualifications & Experience:

To be successful in this role you must have,

• Social Work England registration.
• At least 2 years' post-qualified experience in CP and/or assessment.
• Confidence in decision-making, risk analysis, and multi-agency collaboration.
• Enhanced DBS (on the update service or willing to apply).

Why Liquid Personnel?

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service, getting you paid more quickly
• Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• "Refer a Friend" bonus - get 500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• "Find your own job" bonus - get 250 for bringing your own position to us *

Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

BH - (phone number removed)
GH - 32131

Job Title: Child Protection & Assessment Social Worker
Location: Cheshire (3 Days from Home)
Pay Rate: 40 per hour

Job Description:

Liquid Personnel is currently recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join a forward-thinking Child Protection and AsseThe team is committed to promoting work-life balance, providing clear supervision, and fostering strong multi-agency collaboration. In addition to a rewarding caseload, the position offers excellent pay and hybrid working flexibility.ssment Team for its client based in Cheshire East.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a well-supported frontline service, focusing on child protection and initial assessments, while benefiting from a separate Court Team that manages all legal proceedings.

The team is committed to promoting work-life balance, providing clear supervision, and fostering strong multi-agency collaboration. In addition to a rewarding caseload, the position offers excellent pay and hybrid working flexibility.

What will your responsibilities be?

• Carry out initial assessments and Section 47 enquiries to determine risk and next steps.
• Manage Child Protection and Child in Need cases through effective planning and intervention.
• Attend strategy discussions, CP conferences, and core groups.
• No court work - all legal proceedings are handled by a dedicated Court Team.

Benefits:

• 40 per hour - top-tier rate.
• 3 days per week remote working - real flexibility, not just lip service.
• No court reports or hearings - separate Court Team supports you.
• Work within a stable, well-managed team known for strong leadership and reflective supervision.
• Reasonable caseloads and excellent admin support.
• Interviews available immediately - quick onboarding.

Qualifications & Experience:

To be successful in this role you must have,

• Social Work England registration.
• At least 2 years' post-qualified experience in CP and/or assessment.
• Confidence in decision-making, risk analysis, and multi-agency collaboration.
• Enhanced DBS (on the update service or willing to apply).

Why Liquid Personnel?

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service, getting you paid more quickly
• Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid's exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• "Refer a Friend" bonus - get 500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• "Find your own job" bonus - get 250 for bringing your own position to us *

Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. Liquid Personnel Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. * Terms and conditions apply to our bonus schemes.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

BH - (phone number removed)
GH - 32131

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker within a Child Protection Team within the Social Care industry in Bedford. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.

Responsibilities include:

• Initial Assessments and Core Assessments
• LAC Reviews
• Giving Evidence
• Managing a varied caseload
• Court Reports
• Section 47's

To be successful:

For this role you will need to be a Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to Degree Level. Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families. You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children's Safeguarding or Child Protection Team.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this Qualified Social Worker role, or any similar vacancies we currently have available in Bedford please contact Faye Rowe on (phone number removed) or email

We are looking to recruit a Child Protection Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Cornwall is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Cornwall Council

Main duties include:

• Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services
• Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families
• Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people
• Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness
• Be able to assess risks, needs and information, and recognise problems
• Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills
• Must be able to fulfil transport requirements
• Working with longer term Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection plans including PLO

Benefits of Working with Cornwall Council:

Our Client has free onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.

Minimum Requirements:

• SWE Registration
• 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Cornwall please contact George Willett or email in your updated CV to us today.

We are looking to recruit a Child Protection Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Dorset is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council

Main duties include:

• Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services
• Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families
• Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people
• Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness
• Be able to assess risks, needs and information, and recognise problems
• Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills
• Must be able to fulfil transport requirements
• Working with longer term Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection plans including PLO

Benefits of Working with Dorset Council:

Our Client has free onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.

Minimum Requirements:

• SWE Registration
• 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Dorset please contact George Willett or email in your updated CV to us today.

We are looking to recruit a Child Protection Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Dorset is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council

Main duties include:

• Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services
• Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families
• Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people
• Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness
• Be able to assess risks, needs and information, and recognise problems
• Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills
• Must be able to fulfil transport requirements
• Working with longer term Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection plans including PLO

Benefits of Working with Dorset Council:

Our Client has free onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.

Minimum Requirements:

• SWE Registration
• 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Dorset please contact George Willett or email in your updated CV to us today.

We are looking to recruit a Qualified Social Worker within a Child Protection Team within the Social Care industry in Bedford. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels.

Responsibilities include:

• Initial Assessments and Core Assessments
• LAC Reviews
• Giving Evidence
• Managing a varied caseload
• Court Reports
• Section 47's

To be successful:

For this role you will need to be a Qualified Social Worker with a HCPC Registration and educated to Degree Level. Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families. You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children's Safeguarding or Child Protection Team.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this Qualified Social Worker role, or any similar vacancies we currently have available in Bedford please contact Faye Rowe on (phone number removed) or email

We are looking to recruit a Child Protection Social Worker within the Social Care Industry. Our client has a well-structured and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. Dorset is embedding a systemic approach and is currently undergoing a number of changes focussed on reducing caseloads and improving outcomes for families. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council

Main duties include:

• Assess, monitor and review social care needs of individuals, relatives and carers and to arrange the provision of appropriate care services
• Experience and specialist communication skills to gather information and make a full assessment of the risks, protection and social care needs of individuals, carers and families
• Must be capable of devising individual care plans based on needs and risks and take appropriate action, in conjunction with other agencies, to protect vulnerable people
• Required to manage an agreed case load, offer support and guidance and monitor, review and reassess care packages/services to ensure continued effectiveness
• Be able to assess risks, needs and information, and recognise problems
• Must be computer literate and have basic numeracy skills
• Must be able to fulfil transport requirements
• Working with longer term Children in Need, children subject to Child Protection plans including PLO

Benefits of Working with Dorset Council:

Our Client has free onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. They offer a very competitive pay rate which exceeds most of the surrounding areas.

Minimum Requirements:

• SWE Registration
• 1 year post qualifying experience within the UK Social Care industry
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment industry where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss the vacancy further or any other opportunities we have in Dorset please contact George Willett or email in your updated CV to us today.