Qualified Social Worker - Safeguarding

Pertemps; Wigan; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps is seeking a Qualified Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team in Greater Manchester. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in social work practice, particularly in a Family Safeguarding context, and will be responsible for conducting assessments, developing care plans, and ensuring positive outcomes for children and families. This role offers competitive pay and the chance to work in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Dedicated support

Easy registration

Referral schemes

Compliance management

Reliable payroll

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience with children and families, including vulnerable groups.
• Knowledge of Child Protection legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and make informed decisions about interventions.
• Support in delivering person-centered, safe, and effective social care services.
• Ensure positive and sustainable outcomes for children and families.

Skills

Mediation

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Creative Approach

Flexibility

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

Qualified Social Worker - Safeguarding

Location: Greater Manchester

Pay rate: £35 per hour

Job Overview

Pertemps Professional Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Worker to join a Safeguarding Team within a Lancashire Authority. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of social work practice in a Family Safeguarding context, be registered with Social Work England, and committed to upholding best practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct comprehensive assessments and make informed decisions about interventions.
2. Support in delivering person-centered, safe, and effective social care services.
3. Establish and maintain relationships with service users and partner agencies.
4. Ensure positive and sustainable outcomes for children and families.
5. Develop and implement care plans respecting diversity and promoting dignity.
6. Provide guidance and support to less experienced staff and students.

Candidate Requirements

1. Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
2. Minimum of 4 years' experience working with children and families, including vulnerable groups.
3. Knowledge of Child Protection legislation and issues.
4. Strong mediation and negotiation skills.
5. Ability to build meaningful relationships with children and families.
6. Experience working in a multi-disciplinary, interagency environment.
7. Creative, flexible, and forward-thinking approach.

Additional Information

This is an agency role with Pertemps offering dedicated support, easy registration, referral schemes, compliance management, reliable payroll, and more. The role is conveniently located for candidates traveling from various areas including Altrincham, Middleton, Manchester, Huddersfield, and others listed.

We recruit across all social work specializations. If this role isn't suitable, contact us for other opportunities such as IRO, BIA, Child & Family services, MASH, and more. We also offer generous referral bonuses.