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Lauren Walker-Hughes

Hilton,Derbyshire

Summary

Passionate Social Worker with 3+ years of experience providing extensive support and advocacy for individuals and families in need. Proven track history of creating impactful support plans, holistic assessments and navigating and managing complex cases, including child protection work and S47 enquiries. I possess an in-depth understanding of relevant legislation, procedures and techniques required. Great knowledge of social work principles, techniques and practices and their application to complex cases, group work and community issues. I am very passionate about helping to make a positive change to the lives of those who may need support.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Social worker

Staffordshire County Council
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
2025.08 - Current

Conducted home visits alongside s17 and s47 child and family assessments, ICPC reports, and strategy meetings.
Engaged in multi-agency meetings to secure updates from relevant services, fostering a holistic view of family needs.
Sourced information from professionals and family members through effective triangulation processes.
Demonstrated professional curiosity while working with families in challenging contexts.
Utilised high support and high challenge conversations to navigate complex family situations.
Produced detailed documentation for case analyses and compliance reviews, assuring alignment with regulatory standards.

Social Worker

Warwickshire County Council
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
2022.07 - 2025.08

Performed comprehensive assessments to establish service user requirements and create personalised support plans.
Collaborated with medical professionals, educational institutions, and law enforcement to guarantee essential support.
Delivered prompt emotional assistance to families encountering challenging circumstances.
Achieved completion of multiple assessments within 35 days, including several within 10 days.
Engaged in training sessions, supervision, and team meetings for continuous improvement.
Facilitated appropriate support options for service users based on assessed needs.

Student social worker

Warwickshire County Council
Atherstone, Warwickshire
2021.11 - 2022.06

Managed and supported cases for vulnerable children, ensuring adherence to processes.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement protective plans.
Shadowed strategy meetings and Initial Child Protection Conferences to gain insights.
Participated in training sessions and group supervision for professional development.

Education

GCSEs -

Landau Forte Academy Qems
Tamworth, Staffordshire
2013.09 - 2017.06

A-Levels - Sociology, Psychology and Performing Arts

Landau Forte Academy Sixth Form
Tamworth, Staffordshire
2017.09 - 2019.06

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Birmingham City University
Birmingham, England
2019.09 - 2022.06

Skills

Case management

Communication

Child protection

Empathy

Critical thinking

Record keeping

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Group work

Active listening

Timeline

Social worker

Staffordshire County Council
2025.08 - Current

Social Worker

Warwickshire County Council
2022.07 - 2025.08

Student social worker

Warwickshire County Council
2021.11 - 2022.06

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Birmingham City University
2019.09 - 2022.06

A-Levels - Sociology, Psychology and Performing Arts

Landau Forte Academy Sixth Form
2017.09 - 2019.06

GCSEs -

Landau Forte Academy Qems
2013.09 - 2017.06
Lauren Walker-Hughes