Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding

Overview

About the Role Walsall Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Social Worker to join its Children's Safeguarding service on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is confident in managing complex cases and committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

• Hold and manage a varied and complex caseload in line with statutory requirements.
• Undertake high‑quality assessments, direct work, and intervention planning to safeguard children at risk of harm.
• Lead on child protection processes, including Section 47 enquiries, Initial Child Protection Conferences, and Child in Need planning.
• Produce timely, evidence‑based reports for court proceedings and multi‑agency meetings.
• Work collaboratively with families, partner agencies, schools, health services, and other professionals to promote children's safety and wellbeing.
• Provide professional guidance, support, and mentoring to less experienced team members.
• Ensure all work complies with legislation, local policies, and best practice standards.

• Is a qualified Social Worker with SWE registration.
• Has strong experience within children's safeguarding, child protection, and complex casework.
• Brings excellent assessment, communication, and analytical skills.
• Can work under pressure while delivering high‑quality, child‑centred practice.
• Is confident...