Qualified Social Worker - Childrens Service - PPR Social Care : Job Details

???????? Qualified Social Worker – Children’s Services?? Location: West Midlands?? Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour (via agency)Are you an experienced and passionate Qualified Social Worker looking for your next challenge? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic Children’s Services team within a West Midlands Local Authority that has recently achieved a GOOD Ofsted rating – a testament to the quality, dedication, and care delivered by its teams. We are seeking a confident, skilled, and compassionate social worker to join a busy, supportive team committed to early intervention, high-quality assessments, and effective permanency planning.�? What You'll Be DoingAs a key member of the Children’s Services team, you will:

• Manage a varied and complex caseload, including cases in court proceedings.
• Complete high-quality assessments including parenting and viability assessments.
• Prepare robust reports such as CPRs, Annex A, and final evidence that can stand up to scrutiny.
• Undertake direct work with children and families to assess risk, identify needs, and implement effective care plans.
• Collaborate with health, education, police, and other agencies to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
• Contribute to permanency planning and ensure children’s long-term outcomes are prioritised.
• Participate in monthly individual supervision and group reflective practice sessions.

? About YouWe’re looking for someone who brings:

• Social Work England registration and a recognised Social Work qualification.
• 4+ years’ post-qualifying experience in statutory children’s services.
• Proven expertise in court work, permanency planning, and safeguarding.
• Strong understanding of child protection legislation and the Children Act 1989.
• Excellent written skills – able to produce clear, analytical and evidence-based reports.
• Confidence in risk assessment and complex decision-making.
• A creative and flexible approach to engaging children and families.
• A commitment to strengths-based and trauma-informed practice.

?? Why This Role?

• Be part of a forward-thinking, Ofsted-rated GOOD service.
• Work in a supportive team environment that values your input and professional growth.
• Get access to monthly reflective supervision and continuous development opportunities.
• Make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.

?? Why Work Through Pertemps?

• A dedicated consultant with access to all social work roles UK-wide.
• Fast-track online registration process.
• Weekly payroll, referral bonuses, and compliance support.
• Incentives and exclusive agency benefits.

?? This role is ideal for candidates commuting from:Leamington Spa, Coventry, Rugby, Nuneaton, Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Wolverhampton, Worcester, Banbury, Northampton, Loughborough, and surrounding areas in the West Midlands.?? Not quite the right role for you?We recruit across the full social work spectrum – from Children’s to Adult Services, including MASH, Court, Safeguarding, IRO, Service Manager, and more.?? Know someone perfect for the role?Refer them and receive £250 with our generous referral scheme!?? Apply now or get in touch to learn more. ??