Social Worker - Children's Locality Team

JOB-20241107-791d94d2

Job Title: Social Worker - Children's Locality Team
Location: Stockport, UK
Salary: £39,862 - £45,091 per annum
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time

Are you an enthusiastic and skilled social worker passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Join Stockport's Children's Locality Team and play a key role in delivering high-quality social work services within a progressive and supportive local authority.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a vibrant community while developing your professional skills and advancing your career in child protection and family support.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible full-time or part-time working options

• Career progression and continuous professional development opportunities

• Supportive, friendly team environment where your contributions are valued

• Access to comprehensive training programs

• Generous holiday allowance to maintain a healthy work-life balance

Purpose of the Role

Provide high-quality social work services to children and families within Stockport's Locality Teams. The Social Worker will undertake statutory child protection, safeguarding, and family support duties, improving outcomes for children in need, at risk, or in care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments under statutory guidance (Children Act 1989/2004) to identify children's needs and risks

• Develop, implement, and review care and protection plans in collaboration with families and professionals

• Deliver evidence-based interventions to support children's safety, development, and wellbeing

• Manage a complex caseload, ensuring timely action and high-quality decision-making

• Monitor progress against plans and escalate concerns when required

• Prepare reports and contribute to legal proceedings, court hearings, and conferences

• Recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns in line with Stockport Council policies

• Attend child protection conferences and core group meetings

• Collaborate with colleagues across health, education, voluntary, and community services

• Maintain professional registration with Social Work England

• Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing training

Why Stockport?

Stockport offers a dynamic mix of community spirit, cultural