Job Description:

Social Worker – Child Protection Inquiry Team

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Rate: £33.30 per hour Umbrella
Contract: Initial 3-month Agency Contract, with potential extension
Working: Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced Children's Social Worker to join a Child Protection Inquiry Team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident safeguarding practitioner who can hit the ground running following a brief induction.

You will undertake Section 47 enquiries and Section 17 assessments, with low caseloads typically around 3–4 children, allowing you to focus on timely, high-quality safeguarding work. You will also participate in a duty rota approximately every four weeks.

About You

• Social Work England registered and professionally qualified.
• Strong experience in child protection, safeguarding and assessment.
• Confident undertaking Section 47 enquiries and Section 17 assessments.
• Excellent assessment, communication and decision-making skills.
• Able to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Experience undertaking statutory home visits.
• Access to a car is desirable.

What's on Offer

• £33.30 per hour Umbrella
• Initial 3-month contract with potential extension.
• Manageable caseloads.
• Supportive management team and structured induction.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Excellent CPD and training opportunities.

Birmingham, West Midlands | £33.30 per hour Umbrella | 3-month Contract

Mandatory: Must have a UK Passport or a Full Right to Work in the UK 

If you're an experienced Children's Social Worker with strong safeguarding experience and are available to start quickly, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information, contact Natasha Haddon