Description
We are recruiting a Lead Child Protection Practitioner to join our Multi Agency Child Protection Teams as part of our ambitious Families First Social Care Reform Programme.
The role is responsible for carrying out the local authority's statutory duties in relation to child protection, in line with the Children Act 1989 and 2004, Working Together 2026, the Families First reforms and relevant statutory guidance.
The Lead Child Protection Practitioner (LCPP) is a qualified social worker with significant experience, knowledge and expertise in child protection. The role involves working closely with designated partners from the Police, Health and Education, who are co-located within the specialist Multi-Agency Child Protection Team/Service (MACPT).
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading Section 47 Child Protection Enquiries across Children's Services
- Chairing Strategy Meetings and Child Protection Conferences
- Ensuring that child protection practice is consistently of a high standard and meets both national and local expectations
- Working closely with Lead Practitioners across Family Help, Corporate Parenting Services, Adolescent Wellbeing and Safeguarding, and Disabled Children and Young People Services to assess risks, make informed decisions, take appropriate action and develop effective protection and safety plans
The overall aim is to ensure that children and young people are safeguarded, their needs are properly understood, and the right support and interventions are in place to achieve the best possible outcomes.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a period of transformation and innovation, helping to shape the future of children's services through the Families First reforms.
Salary: GBP 58,461 - 61,653 per year