Social Worker - Safeguarding Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children's
Location: Tameside, UK
Salary: £39 per hour
Type: Ongoing (Part Time or Full Time)

Perks and benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £39 per hour, reflecting the responsibility and expertise required for safeguarding practice.
• Part Time / Full Time Flexibility: Choose hours that fit your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Access training opportunities to strengthen safeguarding, court, and statutory practice skills.
• Supportive Leadership: Work with experienced managers providing regular supervision and professional guidance.
• Modern IT & Admin Support: Benefit from reliable systems and administrative assistance to support effective case management.

What you will do

• Manage complex safeguarding cases involving children subject to Child Protection and Child in Need plans.
• Carry out statutory assessments, interventions, and outcome‑focused planning to reduce risk and promote wellbeing.
• Undertake direct work with children and families to address safeguarding concerns and support change.
• Prepare high‑quality reports for Child Protection Conferences, Core Groups, and court proceedings.
• Contribute to strategy meetings, protection conferences, and multi‑agency decision‑making forums.
• Lead and support pre‑proceedings and court work in line with the Public Law Outline.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant case records in accordance with statutory guidance.
• Participate in audits, quality assurance, and continuous improvement activity to uphold practice standards.

Requirements

Essential:

• Qualified Social Worker with registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience in Children's Social Care, specifically safeguarding, child protection, and court work.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, statutory frameworks, and best practice.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads confidently in a fast‑paced environment.

Desirable:

• Experience working within a Local Authority Safeguarding Team.
• Familiarity with Liquidlogic or Mosaic case management systems.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Why Tameside

Tameside offers a strong sense of community alongside excellent professional opportunities in Children's Services. With access to green spaces, affordable living, and excellent transport links into Greater Manchester, the borough provides a supportive and balanced lifestyle. Tameside's commitment to safeguarding excellence and workforce development makes it an ideal place to progress your social work career while making a genuine difference to children and families.

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