Social worker -Child Protection and court team -Plymouth

Reference: 3553382814_1780496291

Social Worker required for work within the child protection and court Team based in Plymouth in Devon. Competitive rates of pay £45ph. 3 month minimum contract with opportunity to extend. 37 hours per week Close to the beautiful beaches of South Devon with good transport links via the A38 to M5.. Flexible working
£150 weekly accommodation allowance

Plymouth City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join their Child Protection & Court Team. This is a dynamic and challenging role focused on safeguarding children and managing cases through court proceedings to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of children subject to Child Protection plans and court proceedings.
Undertake Section 47 investigations and risk assessments.
Prepare high-quality court reports and statements.
Attend court hearings and provide evidence when required.
Work closely with families, legal teams, and multi-agency partners.
Develop and implement care plans to safeguard children and promote positive outcomes.

Requirements:

Qualified Social Worker with a recognised social work qualification.
Registration with Social Work England.
Experience within Child Protection and court work.
Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and court processes.
Ability to manage complex and high-risk cases.
Excellent assessment, report writing, and communication skills.

You will be Social Work England registered, ideally a driver with access to own car and able to reside and work in the UK

As an Eden Brown Synergy candidate, you can take advantage of our competitive service offering: * Dedicated personal and professional service. * Free DBS check. * CV review service. * Interview advice. * Competitive rates of pay. * Post-placement follow up meetings.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Care roles in South please contact Kelly Stock at Eden Brown on 0117 910 3800/ 07800 543 641 or email your CV to:

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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£45.00
Per hour
Up to GBP45.00 per hour

Plymouth

Full Time

Added 03/06/2026
Reference: 3553382814_1780496291

Social worker -Child Protection and court team -Plymouth

Plymouth
Full Time

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