Child Protection Conference Chair

Child Protection Chair Locum Social Worker

Hampshire are looking for an experienced and passionate Social Worker to join our safeguarding service as a Child Protection Conference Chair, to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and young people at risk of harm.

In this independent role, you will chair Initial and Review Child Protection Conferences, providing objective oversight and constructive challenge to support effective decision-making and robust child protection planning. You will work closely with children, families, social workers and partner agencies, ensuring that every conference is child-focused and that the voice of the child is central to the process.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Social Work England registered professional who is committed to championing high-quality safeguarding practice and making a meaningful difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people.

This role requires in person conferences, so you will be expected in the office at least 4 times a week

What you'll do:
* Lead Child Protection Conferences and support meaningful family participation.
* Monitor and review Child Protection Plans, tracking progress, reducing risk, and ensuring positive outcomes are achieved for children and young people.
* Maintain accurate records and document key decisions promptly.
* Work collaboratively with teams and partner agencies to promote effective safeguarding and multi-agency working.
* Support service improvement through policy development, performance analysis, and best practice.

What we're looking for:
* Qualified and registered Social Worker with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, guidance, and child protection procedures.
* Experience leading social work teams and chairing complex multi-agency meetings.
* Good understanding of achieving positive outcomes for vulnerable children through evidence-based practice.
* Strong communication, planning, and report-writing skills, with a collaborative approach.

We will provide you with:

• A 9 day working fortnight
• Annual leave of 25 days per annum
• A personal assistant, who will provide crucial back office support to free up your time to focus on professional practice.
• A hybrid tablet device, so you can work more effectively and flexibly.
• 5 personal development days per annum.
• Access to permanent vacancies as they are released.
• Flexible working options to fit around today's lifestyle
• £38 per hour - Locum umbrella Rate

Must be able to drive and have business insurance

About Us

Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.