Child Protection Advisor

London Borough of Hillingdon
Uxbridge, Greater London

Job Category : Interims

Level 1 Name : Children’s Services

Location : London Borough of Hillingdon

Hours Per Week : 36.00

Start Date : Immediate Start

Start Time : 09:00

End Time : 17:15

Salary: £28.85

Experienced, skilled CPA required for a contract of around 9 months

ROLE PURPOSE:

This role integrates the responsibilities of safeguarding children at risk of harm with independent oversight of care planning for children in care. The postholder will ensure that robust safeguarding practices are in place, statutory responsibilities are met, and that services are delivered effectively to improve outcomes for children and families.

A key focus of the role is ensuring that children’s voices are central to all decision-making. The postholder will also chair Child Protection Conferences and Looked After Reviews in line with current legislation and the IRO Handbook, promoting active participation from children and young people while providing quality assurance for care planning and safeguarding processes

Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Social Work or equivalent.

Registration with Social Work England.

Evidence of continuous professional.

development in safeguarding and care planning.

DESIRABLE

Diploma/Certificate in management

EXPERIENCE

Significant experience in child protection, safeguarding, and care planning.

Proven ability to chair complex multi-agency meetings, including child protection conferences and care reviews.

Experience of working with children and families in crisis and building effective relationships with them.

Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practices in safeguarding and children in care.

Experience of supervisory and front-line management

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess risk and recommend appropriate actions.

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to engage with children, families, and professionals effectively.

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.

Commitment to promoting the rights, welfare, and voice of the child in all aspects of practice.

Ability to challenge and support professionals to achieve high standards of practice.

Knowledge of the Integrated Children System.

Competent user of ICT, AI tools with an ability to create and use databases and

Posted 2025-09-13

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