544 Child Protection Social Worker jobs in the United Kingdom

• Conduct comprehensive child protection assessments.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans to ensure child safety.
• Investigate allegations of child abuse and neglect.
• Provide evidence-based interventions and support to children and families.
• Liaise effectively with partner agencies and external professionals.
• Prepare high-quality reports for case conferences and court proceedings.
• Manage a complex caseload, prioritising needs and risks.
• Attend professional supervision and training sessions to maintain and develop skills.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of safeguarding services.

• DipSW or equivalent Social Work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience working within child protection services.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong assessment, planning, and intervention skills.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle are often required for on-site visits.

• Conduct comprehensive child protection assessments.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans for children at risk.
• Manage complex caseloads of child protection cases.
• Investigate allegations of child abuse and neglect.
• Prepare detailed reports for court and child protection conferences.
• Liaise effectively with statutory and voluntary agencies.
• Provide direct support and intervention to children and families.
• Participate in case conferences and review meetings.
• Advocate for the rights and needs of children.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of child protection services.

• BA/BSc in Social Work or equivalent recognised social work qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England (or relevant regulatory body).
• Significant experience in child protection social work.
• Thorough knowledge of child protection legislation and procedures in Scotland.
• Excellent assessment, report-writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a demanding workload and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding principles.
• Proficiency in using social care IT systems.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's needs and risks, identifying safeguarding concerns.
• Develop, implement, and review robust child protection plans to ensure the safety and welfare of children.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, and carers to achieve positive outcomes.
• Engage with multi-agency partners, including schools, health services, and police, to coordinate support and interventions.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records and prepare detailed reports for internal reviews and court purposes.
• Provide emotional support, guidance, and advocacy for children and their families.
• Respond effectively to child protection referrals and manage complex caseloads.
• Participate in regular supervision and team meetings, contributing to service development.
• Stay informed about current legislation, policies, and best practices in child protection and social work.
• Champion the rights and voices of children in all interventions.
• Manage and mitigate risks associated with child protection cases.

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., BA Hons Social Work, DipSW, CQSW) and registration with the relevant professional body (e.g., Social Work England).
• Proven experience working in child protection or a related field.
• Thorough knowledge of child protection legislation, procedures, and safeguarding principles.
• Excellent assessment, intervention, and report-writing skills.
• Strong understanding of child development and family dynamics.
• Proficiency in using case management software and digital communication tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism in a remote setting.
• Resilience, empathy, and a strong commitment to advocating for children.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's needs, risks, and family dynamics within statutory guidelines.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans in collaboration with children, families, and multi-agency partners.
• Provide direct social work intervention and support to children and families experiencing difficulties, including abuse, neglect, and complex family situations.
• Manage a caseload of complex and high-risk cases, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
• Prepare high-quality court reports and attend court proceedings when required.
• Liaise effectively with other agencies, including schools, health services, police, and voluntary organisations, to ensure coordinated care.
• Supervise and mentor junior social workers and students, providing guidance and professional development support.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in accordance with professional standards and organisational policies.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of social work practices and services within the team and organisation.

• BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent recognised social work qualification.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of post-qualifying experience in children's social care, with a significant focus on child protection and safeguarding.
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking complex assessments, including Section 47 enquiries and çocuğla protection conferences.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures pertaining to child welfare and protection in the UK.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a multi-agency framework.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage stress and maintain professional boundaries in challenging situations.
• Experience in supervising junior staff or students is desirable.

Hackney Council

Social Worker - Child Protection Service

Job Number: HCAA02634

DBS Required: Yes

Work Pattern: Full Time - Permanent

Contracted Hours: 36

Grade: PO1 - PO3

SCP Range: £44,937 - £1,228

Social Workers - Children & Families Service - Child Protection Service

Experienced Qualified Social Workers - PO2-PO3

Retention payments of 000 per year

We are currently only recruiting for Experienced Qualified Social Workers. If you are a newly qualified social worker, please register your interest at and you will be notified when we are recruiting for these roles.

We are currently looking for experienced, enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic social workers to work full-time in our Child Protection Service.

Applicants should have experience in working with children subject to statutory plans including but not limited to Child in Need and Child Protection plans. The teams are made up of 5 social workers, a senior social worker and a Team manager.

To find out more about the teams within Children and Families services, click on this link .

Join us in Hackney for your next career move and start afresh in 2025. Our priority is to provide the highest quality support and care for Hackney’s children and families, providing the right support at the right time. We are rated Good by Ofsted and are continually seeking to improve our services and set this out in our Action Plan .

Why Hackney?

• Our Systemic, Trauma-Informed and Anti-Racist (STAR) practice model informs everything we do.
• We provide wide-ranging and excellent training and development opportunities; we will help you to develop excellent social work practice, leading to career advancement at your own pace.
• Following on from our Anti Racist Summits we remain committed to dismantling systemic racism, discrimination, injustice and making anti-racism a foundation of our practice.
• We pride ourselves on offering a high-quality level of personal and case supervision, with a strong clinical offer and an approachable/visible management presence.
• We are an innovative borough where we collaborate to support change for the children and families we work for and for each other.

An enhanced DBS check is required.

Hackney is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK. We are a resilient, vibrant, and creative borough in the heart of London, with strong, diverse communities and a powerful set of shared values.

As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.

If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.

To proceed with your application, you will need to create an account and submit your application.

As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.

We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

Closing date for applications : 2 November 2025 (22:59).

Interview date : W/c 24 November 2025.

We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.

The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available: