Linzy Harte

(Also employed by Sutton under the same role during the period of February 2021-June 2022)

• Currently managing a complex caseload of children subject to Child Protection and Child in Need plans, further honing expertise in front-line statutory interventions, risk management, and multi-agency safeguarding responses.
• Undertaking Section 47 enquiries, formulating and progressing robust safety plans, and preparing detailed reports for conferences and court proceedings.
• Authored comprehensive, analytical reports and risk assessments for Child Protection Conferences, PLO meetings, and court, critically informing safety planning, threshold decisions, and care progression.
• Fulfilled the Lead Professional role across diverse multi-agency networks, coordinating services and driving the progression of robust, SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) plans to achieve sustainable positive change and reduce re-referrals.
• Systematically cultivated and maintained strategic relationships with key partner agencies (e.g., Police, Health, Education, Legal Services) to ensure collaborative and effective safeguarding outcomes.

Specialist Tier 3+ CAMHS Service, Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

• Provided intensive, specialist social work and care coordination for adolescents with significant mental health needs at risk of or during Tier 4 admissions.
• Operated as a core member of a multi-disciplinary team (Psychiatry, Psychology, Therapy, Medicine), contributing expert social care perspectives to complex diagnostic formulations and treatment plans.
• Conducted comprehensive mental health risk assessments and contributed to Mental Health Act assessments, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and its application.
• Led intensive interventions with young people and their families across diverse settings (home, community, psychiatric units), skillfully navigating complex family dynamics and crises.
• Prepared and presented detailed reports for court hearings and mental health tribunals, advocating effectively for the young person's needs and best interests.