Children’s Social Worker – Safeguarding – Blackburn

Ashberry Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in children's services is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their Safeguarding team in Blackburn. This full-time role involves managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and collaborating with multi-agency teams to ensure the safety and well-being of children. Ideal candidates will possess a DIPSW or equivalent qualification, along with strong communication and decision-making skills. The position offers a supportive environment with experienced consultants guiding you through your job search. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Weekly Payroll

Dedicated Consultant Support

Online Registration Process

Friendly Compliance Team

Enhanced DBS Provided

£250 Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Must have DIPSW or equivalent qualification and Social Work England registration.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload effectively and conduct assessments in safeguarding cases.
• Collaborate within a team and adapt to homeworking and office-based arrangements.

Skills

Communication Skills

Decision-Making Abilities

IT Skills

Report Writing

Education

DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Tools

Protocol Liquid Logic

Job description

Children’s Social Worker
Team: Safeguarding
Location: Blackburn
Rate: £39

Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Services require a full-time agency Social Worker to cover in its Safeguarding Service.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload effectively and independently.
• Conduct assessments and provide support in safeguarding cases.
• Work collaboratively within a team and multi-agency setups.
• Utilize Protocol Liquid Logic for case management (experience preferred but not essential).
• Flexibly adapt to both homeworking and office-based working arrangements.

Minimum Requirements:

• DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
• Social Work England registration.
• Enhanced and in-date DBS certificate.
• Excellent communication skills and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of service needs and competent IT skills.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and robust assessments/reports.
• Flexible approach to work and working hours.

Why Ashberry?

• Dedicated experienced Consultant providing support through your job search.
• Weekly Payroll.
• A simple online registration process with guidance available.
• Friendly compliance team to assist with registration and placement.
• Provides your essential Enhanced DBS.
• £250 Referral bonus.

If you feel this is the role for you, please get in touch as we would love to hear from you!