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Social Worker, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job in
Ealing, Greater London, UB18, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-11
Listing for:
Sheldon Phillips Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-11
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Locum contract
£45 per hour
Senior advisory and quality assurance role
Hybrid working available
High-impact strategic safeguarding position
Ealing Council is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Child Protection Advisor to join its Children’s Services on a locum basis. This is a senior-level role suited to an advanced practitioner with extensive safeguarding experience, offering an excellent rate and the opportunity to influence frontline practice, quality assurance, and service improvement.
About Ealing Council
Ealing Council is committed to delivering high-quality safeguarding practice and continuous service improvement. The authority offers a supportive and progressive working environment, where experienced professionals are empowered to drive standards, mentor staff, and shape strategic safeguarding outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert advice and consultation on complex safeguarding and child protection cases
Quality assure assessments, child protection plans, and court documentation
Support and challenge frontline social work practice to ensure high standards
Contribute to service improvement, audit activity, and learning development
Support managers and practitioners with risk management and decision-making
Represent the local authority in complex multi-agency safeguarding forums
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration (essential)
Extensive experience within Child Protection / Safeguarding Services
Proven ability to operate at senior practitioner / advisory level
Strong understanding of statutory child protection processes, thresholds, and legislation
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Why Work With Us
£45 per hour locum rate
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
High-level strategic safeguarding role
Supportive senior management structure
Stable contract with potential for extension
Fast onboarding and compliance process
Interested? Get in Touch
Josh Dhumisani
📞 (phone number removed)
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