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Service: City Family Support and Safeguarding
Location: Fawcett House, Foster Road, Trumpington
Working Pattern: Hybrid 2/3 days in the office
Rate: £39 per hour Umbrella
Contract: Locum

We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team within City Family Support and Safeguarding.

This is a specialist role requiring candidates with previous experience working within a Family Safeguarding Teamand strong court experience. The successful candidate will be confident managing complex safeguarding cases, assessing risk and progressing cases through Child in Need, Child Protection and Care Proceedings.

• Complete statutory visits for Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP) and Children in Care (CIC) cases.

• Manage an allocated caseload of CIN, CP and CIC cases.

• Manage complex cases that may progress through Public Law Outline (PLO) or Section 31 Care Proceedings.

• Chair CIN and Core Group meetings.

• Complete high-quality court reports, risk assessments and parenting assessments.

• Attend Court hearings, with support from a Senior Practitioner or Team Manager where required.

• Attend Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPCs) and Review Child Protection Conferences (RCPCs).

• Prepare and write high-quality conference reports.

• Assess and manage safeguarding risks effectively.

• Participate in the duty rota and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.

• Work collaboratively with children, families and multi-agency professionals.

• Maintain accurate and timely case records in accordance with statutory and organisational requirements.

• Ensure children's wishes, feelings and lived experiences remain central to all assessments and interventions.

Please note these are essential requirements for the role:

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration.

• Previous experience working within a Family Safeguarding Team ESSENTIAL.

• Strong and demonstrable Court experience ESSENTIAL.

• Experience working with CIN, CP and CIC cases.

• Experience with PLO and Section 31 Care Proceedings.

• Proven experience completing court reports, risk assessments and parenting assessments.

• Experience attending and contributing to Court hearings.

• Strong safeguarding and risk management experience.

• Experience chairing CIN and Core Group meetings.

• Experience attending ICPCs and RCPCs and completing conference reports.

• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently.

• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one.

Candidates who do not have previous Family Safeguarding Team experience and Court experience will not be considered.

If you are an experienced Social Worker with Family Safeguarding and Court experience and are available for a new locum opportunity, please get in touch with We do Social Work today.

Social Worker Family Safeguarding Team Blackpool Council

Location: Blackpool
Pay/Salary: up to £ 39 per hour
Office Working: 2-3 Days per week
Contract: Locum

We are currently working with Blackpool Council to find an experienced Social Worker for their Child Protection team in Children s Services. With a stable management team and a mostly permanent workforce, Blackpool are looking for someone with solid experience to be able to pick up a caseload and support their service. Blackpool has recently achieved an OUTSTANDING rating by OFSTED, making it one of two authorities in the North West to have this incredible rating. Inspectors have said Blackpool Council s services for children in care and services for care leavers are both outstanding, that the impact of leaders on social work practice is outstanding, and that services for children who need help and protection are good.

Duties

• Completing Section 47 s and section 17 enquiries
• Undertake Section 7and 37 reports, as well as attending Court, and providing analysis and evidence-based recommendations
• Long term engagement with families, including direct work, capturing the voice of the child
• Write conference reports and attend conferences, such as Core Group Meetings

What you need

• Social Work Qualification
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced DBS (provided by us)

Why use us?

At Sheldon Phillips, you are not just a number on a board, you are someone we get to know, creating a personal job search that is as individual as you are. Our expert team are trained to ensure that your needs are met, our compliance procedures are quick and efficient, while making sure you find the job you really want.

If you are interested in this Social Work role in a Child Protection team in Blackpool , give Emily Cooper a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Location: Hybrid
Rate: £38 per hour
Contract: Locum
Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days per week in the office

We are currently seeking an experienced Social Worker Safeguarding Children to join the OAS team on a locum basis.

This role is suited to a confident and experienced social worker with a strong background in children's safeguarding who can hit the ground running and manage a complex workload effectively.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with children, families and partner agencies to ensure that safeguarding concerns are identified and addressed appropriately, with the child's welfare and best interests at the centre of all decision-making.

• Manage an allocated caseload of children and families with safeguarding needs.

• Undertake high-quality assessments and develop effective plans to safeguard children.

• Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and assess risk.

• Work in partnership with children, parents, carers and other professionals.

• Develop and maintain effective multi-agency relationships.

• Ensure children s voices, wishes and feelings remain central to all interventions.

• Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with statutory and organisational requirements.

• Attend relevant meetings, reviews and professional discussions.

• Manage workload effectively and meet statutory timescales.

• Promote positive outcomes and improved safety and wellbeing for children and families.

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional experience.

• Strong and demonstrable experience in children's safeguarding.

• Experience managing complex safeguarding cases and caseloads.

• Ability to work confidently and independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong assessment, communication, analytical and decision-making skills.

• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding procedures, legislation and best practice.

• Ability to work effectively within a multi-agency environment.

• Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one.

• Must be able to work hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.

• Candidates must have relevant safeguarding experience and be able to hit the ground running.

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If you are an experienced Children's Social Worker with strong safeguarding experience and are available for a new locum opportunity, get in touch today to discuss the role further.

Good Pay Strong Team Support Work Flexibility

Wanting a role that offers flexibility to help you get by in your day to day?

You'll be offered a hybrid working model, as this council understands that people have their own commitments they have to work around - we are all human! Then you'll have time you need for any personal/childcare jobs you have to do!

Join a supportive team in an inclusive council. Safeguarding is a role that requires quick and sometimes critical thinking, and in this team there is a wealth of knowledge for you to feed off.

Your with the Safeguarding Team involves giving emotional support, practical help, and advocating for vulnerable adults while protecting their rights. You'll also need to keep good records, attend team meetings, and use your compassionate nature and good communication skills to make a positive impact on the lives of at-risk adults and help the community.

Leaders in Care can provide competitive rates, supported by a service that has earned over 500 5 Google reviews. This includes weekly check-ins, support during your placement, and a market-leading timesheet & payroll system, eliminating the Friday stress of refreshing your bank to check for your money!

To be considered for this position, it's essential to hold a Social Work Qualification and maintain registration with SWE.

If you believe this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, kindly submit your CV and availability to (url removed) or call me at (phone number removed). We look forward to hearing from you!

Alternatively, if you know someone who would excel in this role, please refer them! We offer a generous 500 reward for successful referrals.

About the Role

Our support and safeguarding teams are nurturing and supportive with their own unique identities. They cover a large, diverse county with several offices across Northamptonshire including Northampton, Daventry, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough.

These teams support children and young people who are subject to a Child Protection Plan, Child in Need plan and, where appropriate, court proceedings. This type of social work often takes place over several months and involves regular visits with families.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children subject to Child in Need and Child Protection plans
• Undertake comprehensive assessments, including risk analysis and safeguarding concerns
• Develop, implement, and review outcome-focused care and intervention plans
• Carry out regular statutory visits to children and families
• Lead on court work, including preparing reports and attending hearings
• Work in partnership with multi-agency professionals to safeguard children
• Participate in strategy discussions, core groups, and child protection conferences
• Ensure all case recordings and reports are high quality and completed within timescales
• Support families in crisis with targeted interventions to improve outcomes
• Maintain a strong focus on achieving permanence and stability for children

About You

• Qualified, registered Social Worker with completed ASYE
• Experienced in court work and confident attending hearings independently
• Passionate about delivering best practice and supporting children, young people, and families
• Strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships
• Skilled in analysis and decision-making to deliver purposeful social care

Benefits

• Social Work England Registration paid annually
• 6,000 Recruitment Welcome Bonus
• Relocation support up to 8,000
• Retention bonus payments
• 28 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays and 5 extra days after 5 years
• Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover and ill-health protection
• Option to purchase up to 25 additional leave days
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Discounts with local and national retailers
• Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Subsidised town centre parking
• Extensive learning and career development opportunities

If you thrive on making a difference and have social work experience, this could be the role for you-we would love to hear from you.

Our client Bury Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team.

Family Safeguarding (Court/CP) - Social Worker

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Social Worker Safeguarding Team - Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council

Location: Tameside One, Ashton-under-Lune
Salary: £39,862 - £45,091
Office Working: 3 Days per week
Contract: Permanent (Fixed Term Contract also available - please enquire)

We are currently working with Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council to find an experienced Social Worker for their Safeguarding team in Children s Services. With a permanent senior leadership team, Tameside are looking for enthusiastic, relational and motivated practitioners who are able to work in a restorative strengths based way working within their practice model keeping children at the heart of Tameside through support, compassion and a real commitment to achieving better outcomes for our children and young people.

Duties

• Completing Section 47 s and section 17 enquiries
• Undertake Section 7and 37 reports, as well as attending Court, and providing analysis and evidence-based recommendations
• Long term engagement with families, including direct work, capturing the voice of the child
• Write conference reports and attend conferences, such as Core Group Meetings

What you need

• Social Work Qualification
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced DBS (provided by us)

Why use us?

At Sheldon Phillips, you are not just a number on a board, you are someone we get to know, creating a personal job search that is as individual as you are. Our expert team are trained to ensure that your needs are met, our compliance procedures are quick and efficient, while making sure you find the job you really want.

If you are interested in this Social Work role in Tameside, give Emily Cooper a call on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Locum Safeguarding Social Worker Oldham £39 P/H

Ready for a challenging and highly rewarding contract in Greater Manchester?

We are urgently seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join the Safeguarding Team at Oldham Council. This is a vital role offering an excellent hourly rate for professionals committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

The Role: Safeguarding Social Worker

You will manage a complex caseload of children and families subject to Child Protection (CP) plans, focusing on reducing risk and promoting stability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and progressing complex cases from Initial Child Protection Conference (ICPC) through to case closure or court proceedings.

• Conducting thorough risk assessments and utilizing evidence-based practice models (e.g., Signs of Safety).

• Implementing and reviewing multi-agency Child Protection Plans and ensuring effective family engagement.

• Preparing comprehensive court statements and providing expert evidence when required.

• Chairing core group meetings and coordinating service delivery across partner agencies.

The Offer

• Pay Rate: Highly competitive rate of £39.00 per hour (Umbrella).

• Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester.

• Duration: Initial long-term contract with strong likelihood of extension.

Requirements

• Must be a Qualified Social Worker (QSW), registered with Social Work England.

• Proven, recent experience working specifically within a statutory Safeguarding or Long-Term Child Protection Team.

• Expert knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and local safeguarding procedures.

• Resilience, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining professional boundaries.

If you are a specialist in Child Protection and available for an immediate start, apply today!

DM me directly with your CV or contact me on Your Phone Number to discuss the role and arrange an immediate interview.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Our client Bolton Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team.

Main Duties

• The provision of a purposeful, professional social work service to children in need, children subject to child protection and care proceedings and their families, including the assessment of their needs, in accordance with statutory requirements, court timetables and Departmental policies
• To develop professional skills in working with children and young people to understand their journey, day-to-day life and to promote their voice through direct work and recording of this
• To complete assessments of children and their families, utilising the Assessment Framework, other assessment tools, theory and research to underpin this. Alongside developing skills in understanding and managing risk
• To devise SMART plans and develop strategies of intervention with parents and carers to promote positive outcomes
• To work directly with service users employing a range of social work knowledge, skills, methods and techniques
• To assess, evaluate and review programmes of work with service users, including the coordination and organisation of services both within and outside the Department
• To work with Legal Services and the Courts, including the production of reports within agreed timescales
• To contribute to the planning and development of the Team's and the Department's services to children and families, as required and as appropriate
• To provide professional knowledge, ideas, advice, evaluation and information to assist in the Department's planning and development activities and to contribute to policies and standards
• To maintain appropriate case recordings applicable to the service provided to service users in accordance with requirements of GDPR, the Liquid Logic system and the administration system

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

PERMANENT Jobs for a Social Worker - Locality Team in South London.

Supply Care Solutions are a market-leading Medical, Social Care and Education recruitment consultancy, we offer a range of accredited services across the public sector, providing highly skilled, compliant professionals in all grades and specialties, including short, long term and permanent positions.

SALARY: £42,060 - £50,085 (up to £52,194 unconsolidated maximum)
TYPE: PERMANENT
HOURS: Full time - Hybrid Working (One full week in the office every four weeks as part of the Duty Rota).
LOCATION: South London

We are looking for confident and experienced Social Workers who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

You'll be joining a dedicated Locality Team where you'll work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to deliver outstanding outcomes.

Your Responsibilities

• Support children and young people through robust assessments, SMART care planning, and effective interventions.
• Work within a restorative practice approach, building strong partnerships with families and multi-agency professionals.
• Lead and coordinate multi-agency meetings, safeguarding plans, and interventions.
• Undertake statutory work under Sections 17 and 47 of the Children Act.
• Complete direct work with children, ensuring their voice, wishes, and feelings remain at the heart of every decision.
• Deliver high-quality, child-focused practice in line with safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.

Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• At least two years' post-qualifying experience, within a UK Local Authority.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory responsibilities.
• Excellent assessment, communication, and decision-making skills.
• The ability to thrive in a busy, supportive team environment.
• A willingness to attend the office for one full week every four weeks as part of the Duty Rota.

Please note that some travel outside the borough may be required as part of your caseload.

If you are interested in this Social Worker position please apply online or call us directly.

Supply Care Solutions have a number of locum jobs across the UK. All locums must be contract compliant before commencing work through our agency. We are recruiting professionals across all specialisms and grade. We offer an excellent referral bonus for any new worker you refer to us Terms and conditions apply. Supply Care Solutions works in conjunction with Monitor/TDA rate caps