Social Worker - Child Protection Team

Bracknell Forest Borough Council

Social Worker – Child Protection Team

Pay Rate: £42 per hour
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Bracknell Forest Borough Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Child Protection Team.
You will work with children and families where safeguarding concerns have been identified, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions to ensure children are protected and supported effectively.

This is a well-structured and supportive service, offering manageable caseloads and strong multi-agency collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake Section 47 enquiries and Child and Family Assessments.
  • Manage a caseload of CIN and CP cases, including court work where required.
  • Develop and implement robust safety and care plans.
  • Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and police.
  • Undertake direct work with children and families.
  • Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records.

Practice Model Used by Bracknell Forest

Bracknell Forest operates a Strengths-Based Practice Model, underpinned by Systemic Practice principles.
This approach focuses on:

  • Building strong, meaningful relationships with families
  • Understanding family dynamics and wider systems
  • Collaborative and transparent working
  • Clear risk assessment and safety planning
  • Reflective supervision and continuous professional development
  • The model supports high-quality, relationship-based social work practice.

Why Bracknell Forest Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Bracknell Forest offers a fantastic blend of modern living and green space:

  • Surrounded by beautiful countryside including Swinley Forest, ideal for outdoor activities.
  • Regenerated town centre with excellent shopping, restaurants, and leisure facilities.
  • Strong transport links to Reading, London, and across the South East.
  • Highly regarded schools and family-friendly communities.
  • A stable, supportive local authority focused on staff wellbeing, manageable workloads, and high-quality practice.
  • It’s an excellent place to build your career while enjoying a high quality of life.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to:
📧 dmitchell@sheldon-phillips.com

For more information, call:
📞 07561 805654