Child Protection (CP) Minute Taker
Job Description
Job Title: Child Protection Minute Taker
Salary: £29,253 – £32,736 per annum
Grade: C
Contract Type: 12-month Fixed Term
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
About the Role
This post is for a full-time member of staff at Grade C, to support the Child Protection Conference process. The Safeguarding and Child Protection team are a busy and diverse team who strive to meet deadlines and support vulnerable families.
As a Child Protection minute taker, you will be responsible for:
- Arranging Child Protection Conferences for families.
- Ensuring that an accurate record of the Conference is produced and circulated within timescales.
- Meeting and greeting vulnerable families prior to Conferences.
- All related administrative tasks.
What We’re Looking For
The post holder will have proven minute-taking skills and a good working knowledge of the Children’s Social Care process and Signs of Safety. Excellent IT skills are a must, as are good organisational skills and a methodical approach to work.
DBS Check: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is not required for this role
Benefits of Working with Us
At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
- Staff discounts and local offers
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
Important Dates
Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 8th January 2026
Closing Date (Internal & External): 25th January 2026
Interview Date: 30/01/2026 or 04/02/2026
Additional Information
If you would like an informal chat or more information, please contact Jenny Read on 07894 327871 or jxread@thurrock.gov.uk
To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
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About us
Why Thurrock?
Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.
Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.
This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough.
Our location
Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.
We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.
Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.
Staff benefits
We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.
Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.
We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.
For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council