Qualified Social Worker – Safeguarding

Pertemps; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Qualified Social Worker for a full-time position in Greater Manchester. The role involves working with children and families, conducting assessments, and managing a varied caseload to ensure safeguarding. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience and be registered with Social Work England. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £39 per hour, alongside supportive team culture and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Fast and easy online registration

Referral bonuses

Full compliance and admin support

Prompt weekly payroll

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• 3+ years post-qualified experience in safeguarding, child protection, or children in need.
• Ability to work effectively in multi-agency teams.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children and families, ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Conduct risk and needs assessments under the Care Act.
• Develop tailored care plans that respect diversity.

Skills

3+ years post-qualified experience in safeguarding

Confident in using the Children Act and statutory guidance

Skilled in building meaningful relationships

Experienced in working within multi-agency teams

Effective communication and negotiation skills

Education

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Qualified Social Worker – Safeguarding
Location: Greater Manchester
Pay Rate: £39 per hour
Full-time | Agency Contract
️ Be the Difference. Protect Futures.

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to make a meaningful impact? We’re seeking dedicated professionals to join a supportive Safeguarding Team in Greater Manchester—a service committed to early intervention, positive change, and excellent outcomes for children and families.
With a strong team culture, this authority offers regular 1:1 supervision and monthly group reflective sessions, ensuring you feel supported and empowered in your role.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work directly with children and families, ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing
• Carry out Child & Family Assessments with clear analysis, planning, and review
• Support children and families through Child in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings, and court work
• Partner with agencies including health, education, and police to deliver the best outcomes
• Promote sustainable change by connecting families to Integrated Prevention & Early Help services
• Maintain a manageable caseload within a collaborative team environment

About You:
We’re looking for social workers who are:

• Registered with Social Work England
• 3+ years post-qualified experience in safeguarding, child protection, or children in need
• Confident in using the latest legislation including the Children Act, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and relevant statutory guidance
• Skilled in building meaningful relationships with children and families
• Adaptable, forward-thinking, and committed to high standards
• Experienced in working within multi-agency teams and managing complex cases
• Able to communicate and negotiate effectively on behalf of children and families

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct risk and needs assessments under the Care Act and related legislation
• Manage a varied caseload with autonomy and professionalism
• Develop tailored care plans that respect diversity and promote empowerment
• Use reflective practice and evidence-based approaches to inform interventions
• Contribute positively to a culture of continuous improvement

Why Join Pertemps?

• Dedicated recruitment consultant with access to UK-wide opportunities
• Fast and easy online registration
• Referral bonuses and reward schemes
• Full compliance and admin support
• Prompt, reliable weekly payroll

Ideal for Those Commuting From:
Manchester, Northwich, Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead, Wirral, Liverpool, Skelmersdale, Wigan, Warrington, Bolton, Altrincham, Cheadle, Stockport, St Helens, Widnes, Runcorn, Bolton, Bury, Trafford, Tameside, Macclesfield, Warrington, Huddersfield, Oldham, Ashton under Lyne, Bury, Middleton, Urmston, Huddersfield, Irlam, Stretford, Eccles and Salford, Rochdale, Stockport and surrounding areas.

Not quite the right fit?
We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work throughout the UK, including:
MASH | Children in Need | Looked After Children | IRO | BIA | Court Work | Adult Services | Hospital Discharge | Mental Health | Service Management

Know someone suitable? We offer generous referral bonuses – pass it on and get rewarded!
Apply now or get in touch to find out more about this opportunity and others.