Social Worker - Child Protection
Liquid Personnel
Hertfordshire, Eastern England
Salary
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Contract
Not specified
Hours
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Closing date
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In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will look after children at risk, checking families and making safety plans. You’ll work with schools, police and health teams. The role fits people who care about protecting kids and can stay calm in emergencies.
What you'll need
- A degree in Social Work or a related field is normally needed.
- You must be registered with the HCPC as a social worker in the UK.
- Experience of child protection work is usually expected.
- Good written and spoken communication skills are required.
- You will need a clear DBS (background) check.
How to boost your chances
- Make sure your CV highlights any child protection or safeguarding experience.
- If you’re not yet HCPC‑registered, start the application process early.
- Prepare examples of how you handled crisis situations for interview questions.
- Check the job posting for any specific location or travel requirements.
- Gather references who can speak about your teamwork and case‑record skills.
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Job description
Liquid Personnel is recruiting a Children’s Social Worker to join its client’s Child Protection team, based in Hertfordshire. What will your responsibilities be? Conduct assessments of children and families to identify risks and needs. Develop and implement child protection plans in collaboration with multi-agency teams. Undertake statutory visits and maintain accurate, up-to-date case records. Intervene in crisis situations to ensure the immediate safety of children. Attend and contribute to c…
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
12 August 2026
Last checked
22 August 2026
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