Social Worker

Lincolnshire - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality statutory social work across Child in Need Child Protection and Children in Care pathways within the Lincoln FAST Team. The postholder will undertake robust assessments manage risk using evidence-based approaches drive safeguarding processes and contribute to multi-agency planning to improve outcomes and safety for children and families.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Complete high-quality Child & Family Assessments analyzing strengths risks and needs.
Undertake statutory duties across CIN CP and CIC cases.
Lead and complete Section 47 enquiries ensuring timely and effective decision-making.
Use evidence-based practice frameworks such as Signs of Safety to manage and reduce risk.
Develop clear outcome-focused plans that promote safety wellbeing and resilience.

Essential Experience Required

Significant experience working in a statutory childrens social care setting.
Experience undertaking Section 47 enquiries and managing complex safeguarding cases.
Strong experience completing Child & Family Assessments and writing analytical reports.

Essential Qualifications Required

Social Work Qualification (BA MA or equivalent).
Registration with Social Work England.
Strong knowledge of Children Act 1989 Working Together 2018 and relevant safeguarding legislation.

Additional Information to Note

Working hours: 37 hours per week
Enhanced DBS required.
Location: Lamb Gardens Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 4EQ United Kingdom
Work pattern: 5 days in the office on duty weeks flexibility on other weeks to be considered.
Please note we work on bi-weekly payment.

The role closes on 18th March 2026 apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

This role is for an experienced Social Worker within the Lincoln FAST team responsible for delivering highquality statutory social work across Child in Need Child Protection and Children in Care.

Required Education:

This role is for an experienced Social Worker within the Lincoln FAST team responsible for delivering highquality statutory social work across Child in Need Child Protection and Children in Care.

3 Months Contract with a Local AuthorityJob PurposeTo deliver high-quality statutory social work across Child in Need Child Protection and Children in Care pathways within the Lincoln FAST Team. The postholder will undertake robust assessments manage risk using evidence-based approaches drive safegu...

3 Months Contract with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

To deliver high-quality statutory social work across Child in Need Child Protection and Children in Care pathways within the Lincoln FAST Team. The postholder will undertake robust assessments manage risk using evidence-based approaches drive safeguarding processes and contribute to multi-agency planning to improve outcomes and safety for children and families.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Complete high-quality Child & Family Assessments analyzing strengths risks and needs.
Undertake statutory duties across CIN CP and CIC cases.
Lead and complete Section 47 enquiries ensuring timely and effective decision-making.
Use evidence-based practice frameworks such as Signs of Safety to manage and reduce risk.
Develop clear outcome-focused plans that promote safety wellbeing and resilience.

Essential Experience Required

Significant experience working in a statutory childrens social care setting.
Experience undertaking Section 47 enquiries and managing complex safeguarding cases.
Strong experience completing Child & Family Assessments and writing analytical reports.

Essential Qualifications Required

Social Work Qualification (BA MA or equivalent).
Registration with Social Work England.
Strong knowledge of Children Act 1989 Working Together 2018 and relevant safeguarding legislation.

Additional Information to Note

Working hours: 37 hours per week
Enhanced DBS required.
Location: Lamb Gardens Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 4EQ United Kingdom
Work pattern: 5 days in the office on duty weeks flexibility on other weeks to be considered.
Please note we work on bi-weekly payment.

The role closes on 18th March 2026 apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

This role is for an experienced Social Worker within the Lincoln FAST team responsible for delivering highquality statutory social work across Child in Need Child Protection and Children in Care.

Required Education:

This role is for an experienced Social Worker within the Lincoln FAST team responsible for delivering highquality statutory social work across Child in Need Child Protection and Children in Care.