Family Help & Protection Team

Service Care; St Helens; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Immediate start

Flexible hours

Job summary

Service Care is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for a two-week contract in a local authority setting. The role focuses on safeguarding vulnerable children, delivering coordinated support with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining detailed case records and reports.

The ideal candidate will have prior child protection experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive, empathetic approach to complex cases. Immediate start and potential extension are highlighted in the listing.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with child protection experience.
• Experience with risk assessments and safeguarding.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and safeguarding visits.
• Engage with vulnerable children and families with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Contribute to team meetings and case reviews.
• Support case continuation and review processes.
• Work under tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of care and compliance.

Skills

Risk assessment

Child protection

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Social work degree

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker (Contract)

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker looking for an immediate contract opportunity? The Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker role offers an exciting chance to make a real difference within a supportive team environment. This contract position is ideal for experienced professionals ready to contribute their skills for a two-week period, with the possibility of extension.

About the Role - Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker

In the Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker role, your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing the needs of families and vulnerable children to ensure their safety and well-being
• Developing and implementing intervention plans tailored to individual cases
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated support
• Maintaining accurate case records and producing detailed reports
• Providing expert advice and guidance to families and colleagues
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies

This position requires a proactive and empathetic approach, with the ability to handle complex situations effectively. The Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker must possess strong communication skills, demonstrate resilience, and have prior experience in a similar child protection or family safeguarding role.

Candidate Responsibilities - Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker

• Conducting thorough risk assessments and safeguarding visits
• Engaging with vulnerable children and their families with sensitivity and professionalism
• Contributing to team meetings and case reviews
• Supporting case continuation and review processes
• Working under tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of care and compliance

Benefits - Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker

• Competitive pay rate (please inquire for specific details)
• Immediate start available for the right candidate
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a high-impact role
• Flexible working arrangements within local authority settings

This Family Help & Protection Team - Social Worker contract is a fantastic opportunity for a driven social worker to apply their expertise in a meaningful way, while earning competitive pay. The role spans a two-week contract with potential for future opportunities.