Experienced Child Protection Social Worker | North Bristol
Bristol, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, Young people and leaving care, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending
π Child Protection Social Worker - North Bristol π
Working pattern: Hybrid
Requirement: Must be a driver with access to a car
π Why Work for Bristol?
"Workforce morale is high. Practitioners 'love' working for Bristol and feel highly supported by their managers. All practitioners, regardless of their length of time working for Bristol, feel valued and enabled to make a positive difference in improving the lives of vulnerable children."
- Average caseloads of around 15 children per worker
- Small teams with excellent management availability
- Each team has their own office space
- Your own desk - no hot desking
- A genuinely supportive and stable working environment
π§ About the Role
β Key Responsibilities
- Undertaking statutory duties for children and families in need or at risk of harm
- Managing complex caseloads across CiN, CP and Court work
- Working collaboratively with families to meet assessed needs and support robust safety planning
- Facilitating meaningful change and implementing permanence plans when required
- Working in partnership with multi-agency professionals
- Driving positive, sustainable outcomes for children and families
π Essential Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with significant post-qualifying experience in Child Protection
- Driver with access to a car
- Able to work on-site
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Bristol, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, Young people and leaving care, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending
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