Lead Child Protection Practitioner

Lambeth Council is seeking an experienced and qualified social worker to lead complex safeguarding decision-making within a new Multi-Agency Child Protection Service. The role involves expert leadership across Section 47 child protection enquiries, strategy discussions, and multi-agency safeguarding activity to ensure children and young people are protected from significant harm. This position requires strong professional curiosity, risk analysis capabilities, and the ability to provide consultation and guidance to social workers and partner agencies.