Job Title: Senior Social Worker – Court & Child Protection Team
Location: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council (Hybrid working options available)
Pay Rate: £35.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Full-Time, Locum Assignment
About the Role
Barnsley Council is looking for a skilled and resilient Senior Social Worker to join their dynamic Court & Child Protection Team.
This role is ideal for an experienced practitioner who thrives in dynamic legal environments. You will take the lead on high-profile, complex child protection cases, managing proceedings through private and public family court while ensuring children in the borough are effectively safeguarded and supported.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a complex caseload involving public care proceedings (PLO), court assessments, and emergency intervention work.
- Draft high-quality, evidence-based court reports, statements, and Care Plans to strict judicial timelines.
- Represent the local authority directly in family court hearings and provide clear, credible evidence.
- Execute thorough, analytical single assessments, risk assessments, and parenting capacity evaluations.
- Collaborate closely with legal teams, guardians, health professionals, and police partners.
- Provide informal mentoring and case guidance to less experienced social workers within the team.
Requirements
- Qualification: Degree in Social Work (BA/MA/DipSW or equivalent).
- Registration: Active registration with Social Work England.
- Experience: Significant post-qualifying experience in Children’s Social Care, with proven expertise in court proceedings and complex child protection cases.
- Knowledge: Deep knowledge of the Children Act 1989/2004, Public Law Outline (PLO) frameworks, and current family justice reform practice.
- Driver: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business travel.
Why Join Barnsley Council?
- Competitive Pay: Premium rate of £35.00 per hour for senior expertise.
- Flexible Working: Modern hybrid structure combining home-based admin time with essential court and visit attendances.
- Structured Support: Well-resourced legal support, manageable caseload limits, and consistent reflective management supervision.
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
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