Social Worker - Childrens Safeguarding & Family Support

TN United Kingdom; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for the Children's Safeguarding and Family Support Team in Telford. The role involves managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and providing evidence in court. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and a passion for making a difference.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, conducting thorough assessments.
• Promote constructive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Social Work

Assessment Skills

Judgment

Job description

Social Worker - Children's Safeguarding & Family Support, Telford

Client: Opus People Solutions

Location: Telford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c6278dac577a

Job Views: 3

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Opus People Solutions, on behalf of Telford and Wrekin Council, has an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join the Children's Safeguarding and Family Support Team.

Assignment Details: 3 months
Hours per week: 37
Hourly rate: £33.30
Location: Southwater One
Remote/Office based: Hybrid

Role Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to manage a caseload of varying complexity within our Children's Services. The successful candidate will lead on complex assessments, provide evidence in court proceedings, and exercise high-quality judgment in challenging situations. You will practice with confidence and autonomy, integrating professional knowledge and the views of service users into your practice.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Case Management: Manage a caseload, conducting thorough assessments, and employing appropriate intervention strategies tailored to service users, families, and settings.

Major Tasks:

• Apply appropriate assessment frameworks and information-gathering skills to inform decision-making.
• Select and review social work interventions based on their effectiveness for service users.
• Promote constructive relationships with children, young people, families, and communities.
• Liaise with colleagues and external agencies to gather information for assessment and care planning.

If you have at least 3 years of social work experience and are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you.