Salary: £37,938 to £40,476 a year plus £5,500 market supplement and £963 essential car user allowance (subject to criteria)
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent

Join Our Family Safeguarding Team: Make a Difference in the Lives of Children and Families!

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker looking to make a real impact? We have exciting opportunities to join our dynamic team focused on Child Protection and Safeguarding for children at risk.

Why Join Us?

Family- Centered Approach: Our primary goal is to help families work together. You'll engage in direct work with children and families, creating positive change and opening up pathways to success.
Comprehensive Support for Families: We offer intensive support packages that help keep families together. When that's not possible, we collaborate with our fostering colleagues to explore alternatives.
Collaborative Work Environment: Work closely with police, health, and education professionals. Together, we develop multi-agency child protection plans that ensure children and families receive the best possible care and support.
Court Work Support: If you’re involved in court work, you'll have full backing from our Court Progression Manager. We support you in writing statements, giving evidence, and carry out work to divert cases from court where possible.
Learning and Development: We are committed to your professional growth, offering excellent learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
Diverse Borough and Workforce: Be part of a vibrant and inclusive community, reflecting the rich diversity of the borough

About you:

We’re looking for passionate Social Workers who can:
Make Informed Professional Judgements – Confidently assess the needs of children and families in a multi-disciplinary setting, working alongside a range of professionals to ensure the best outcomes.
Handle Complex and Challenging Cases – Bring your expertise to support vulnerable children and families, including those facing significant risks. You’ll work with minimal supervision, demonstrating resilience and sound decision-making.
Carry Out Statutory Duties – You’ll be well-versed in the Children Act 1989 and able to fulfill statutory duties with diligence and professionalism, ensuring that children’s rights and safety are upheld.
Manage Crisis Situations – Be ready to step in during critical moments, applying crisis intervention strategies effectively while adhering to health and safety policies to safeguard everyone involved.

We do ask that you have a Dip SW, CQSW or recognised equivalent qualification, along with registration with Social Work England.

If you're ready to make a difference and want to be part of a supportive, professional, and diverse team, apply today!

Let’s work together to safeguard the future of children and families.