Child Protection Chair

Child Protection Chair – Hybrid – Hammersmith and Fulham – £40 per hour
 

Sheldon Phillips are working with a Local Authority in Hammersmith and Fulham to find an experienced Child Protection Chair for a hybrid role. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled practitioner to contribute to safeguarding children and ensuring best outcomes within a well-supported and high-performing team.

If you are interested in this role or would like to discuss further opportunities, please contact Emily Cooper on 07903 713 15 or via email at ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com.
 

Role Details:

• Position: Child Protection Chair
• Location: Hammersmith and Fulham (Hybrid working available)
• Rate: £40 per hour (umbrella)
• Contract: Ongoing

Key Responsibilities:

• Chair Child Protection Conferences in line with statutory guidance and local procedures.
• Ensure that all safeguarding concerns are robustly considered and addressed within multi-agency meetings.
• Work closely with social workers, managers, and partner agencies to ensure that Child Protection Plans are effective and outcomes-focused.
• Provide quality assurance and challenge where appropriate to ensure children receive the right services at the right time.
• Monitor and review progress on Child Protection Plans to ensure that risk is managed and reduced.

About You:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Significant post-qualifying experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Previous experience chairing Child Protection Conferences is essential.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and best practice in safeguarding.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Benefits of working with Sheldon Phillips:

• Dedicated consultant offering tailored support.
• Prompt payroll and excellent rates.
• Access to exclusive roles not available through other agencies.
• Support with compliance and ongoing professional development.

If you are interested in this role or would like to discuss further opportunities, please contact Emily Cooper on 07903 713 15 or via email at ecooper@sheldon-phillips.com.