Hamptons are working with a local authority in the Midlands who are recruiting for a Lead Child Protection Practitioner on a permanent basis

The Role:

Lead Child Protection Practitioner – Children's Services 

We are looking for a full-time, permanent Lead Child Protection Practitioner to join our new Multi-Agency Child Protection Team.

As a Lead Child Protection Practitioner, you will be part of a team that includes Social Workers, Police Officers, Health colleagues, and Education Officers. You will use your skills and experience to identify and assess risk, make child protection decisions, and guide families through the process with a supportive and collaborative approach. You will work closely with the Family Help Lead Practitioner and provide consultation, oversight, and supervision relating to child protection decision making across the team.

Duties to include:

• Lead Child Protection Meetings, including Strategy Meetings and Child Protection Conferences across all teams.
• Oversee Section 47 enquiries, develop and review child protection plans
• Provide advice and support to Social Workers, Family Practitioners, and students, helping to develop practice skills.
• Conduct reflective supervision and group sessions within the team.

About You:

• A qualified Social Worker with at least 3 years post-qualification experience in frontline child protection.
• In-depth knowledge of child protection law, statutory requirements, and safeguarding practices.
• Someone skilled at working with families, including those showing resistance or hostility.
• An ability to make decisions independently, manage risks, and oversee high-risk cases.
• Experience supporting staff through complex assessments and casework.
• A collaborative approach, working effectively with other agencies to deliver high-quality support for children and their families.

What's On Offer:

• Salary of £48,226 – £50,259 plus market supplement of £3,500 per year paid in two installments
• Agile working with hours to suit you, your family, and children you support
• Relocation support to eligible candidates – Up to £8,000
• Cross team working to extend skills and knowledge
• Annual Social Work England registration fee
• Extensive suite of learning and development
• Exceptional supervision and management oversight
• Career progression opportunities
• Free counselling and wellbeing support including a one Wellbeing Day
• Direct work bag full of tools and ideas for working with children
• Refer a friend scheme
• Access to staff lifestyle discount portal

About The Client: The client is based in the Midlands

Recruitment Timeline: The client will book in interviews on application so the process will move quickly.

To apply, please complete the below form and include an up to date CV.

Or for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Jo Parnell on jo@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 353970

Hamptons is passionate about equality, and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.