Children's SSW - Safeguarding Team - Middlesbrough

Caritas Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Flexible working

Supervision & peer support

Annual leave & pension

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Children's Social Worker (SSW) in Middlesbrough to safeguard vulnerable children and support families.

You will work within a multidisciplinary Safeguarding Team, performing assessments, developing care plans, attending conferences and court hearings, and contributing to positive outcomes through strong communication and professional practice.

Qualifications

• BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Proven experience in children’s social work, safeguarding.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children's needs and risks.
• Develop and implement child protection plans in partnership with families and other agencies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to‑date case records in accordance with local authority policies.
• Provide support and guidance to families to promote positive outcomes for children.
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings, including child protection conferences and court hearings.

Skills

Social work qualification

Social Work England registration

Experience in safeguarding

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Education

BA/MA in Social Work

Job description

Join our dedicated Safeguarding Team in Middlesbrough as a Children's Social Worker (SSW) and make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable children and families. We are looking for passionate and committed individuals who are driven by the desire to protect and support children at risk. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, develop care plans, and ensure the safety and well-being of children within the community.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children's needs and risks.
• Developing and implementing child protection plans in partnership with families and other agencies.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to‑date case records in accordance with local authority policies.
• Providing support and guidance to families to promote positive outcomes for children.
• Attending and participating in relevant meetings, including child protection conferences and court hearings.

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent).
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Proven experience in children's social work, particularly in safeguarding.
• Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with children, families, and professionals.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including:

• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Supportive team environment with regular supervision and peer support.
• Generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme.