Permanent, full-time lead role in the new Multi-Agency Child Protection Team, Children's Services. Covers statutory child protection decisions, quality assurance and mentoring of colleagues. Apply by 13 November 2026.
West Berkshire Council is looking for a Lead Child Protection Practitioner (CSPA). It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Newbury, with hybrid working, paying £48,149 to £54,817 a year. Applications close on Friday 13 November 2026.
About the role
A non-case-holding role in the new Multi-Agency Child Protection Team within Children's Services. The post leads child protection statutory processes, attends strategy meetings and S47 enquiries, and mentors practitioners across West Berkshire.
About West Berkshire Council
West Berkshire Council is the unitary authority for the western half of Berkshire, serving Newbury, where it is based, along with Thatcham, Hungerford, Theale, Calcot, Pangbourne and Lambourn. It runs all local council services, including schools, social care, highways, waste and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Relevant social work qualification
- Registered with Social Work England
- Extensive child protection experience
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Enhanced DBS with barred lists
- Full working English for public-facing role
What’s on offer
- Flexible working 07.00-21.00 where possible
- Hybrid working, 40% in office
- Local Government pension scheme
- 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Wellbeing programme and employee assistance
- Training and development opportunities
How to apply
You apply directly with West Berkshire Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 13 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on West Berkshire Council’s website.
