Safeguarding Social Worker

Worcestershire County Council; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Great holiday entitlement

LGPS Pension

Job summary

Worcestershire County Council in Worcester is seeking an Adult Safeguarding Social Worker to join the Safeguarding Early Response Team. The role is 37 hours per week, hybrid with one office day in Wildwood and four days home-based, with a salary of £35,570–£37,563 per annum.

You will work in POD1 and/or POD2, reviewing referrals, signposting to agencies, and contributing to MSP outcomes through multi-agency collaboration. Regular supervision and training are provided.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with registration and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Experience in adult safeguarding is preferred.
• Interest in developing knowledge within safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• POD 1 entails reviewing information and checking details to determine if the referral can be closed at initial information gathering.
• Signpost to other agencies where appropriate and refer to an area team for Care Act 2014 duties.
• Determine if Sec 42 criteria is met.
• POD 2 involves initial review of POD 1 information and further information gathering.
• Make safeguarding personal (MSP) and identify outcomes through multi-agency working and safety planning.

Skills

Qualified social worker

Job description

Job Title: Adult Safeguarding Social Worker
Salary:£35,570 - £37,563 per annum
37 Hours per Week
Location: Wildwood/Homed based
Team: Safeguarding Early Response Team
Permanent / Fixed Term Contract

This is an exciting opportunity to join the adult Safeguarding Early Response Team for a qualified social worker who would like to develop their knowledge and experience of working in Adult Safeguarding. We are based in the beautiful county of Worcestershire with easy access to motorways and transport links. The team consists of one Team Manager, two Advanced Social Work Professionals, eight social workers, and two safeguarding support officers. The role wil be a flexi/hybrid role with currently one office day in Wildwood and 4 days home-based.

The adult Safeguarding Early Response Team (SERT) is split into POD 1 & POD 2. The successful candidate would be expected to work in either POD 1 and/or POD 2 depending on where the demand is required.

POD 1 undertakes the initial decision making of referrals received into SERT; and POD 2 will complete any further initial enquiries that are required.

In POD 1 the role will generally involve reviewing information received and checking any information already held on our system, including -

• determining whether the referral can be closed at the initial information gathering
• signposted to other agencies
• referral to an area team to complete other Care Act 2014 duties
• determine if Sec 42 criteria is met

POD 2 will involve

• Initial review of information gathered in POD 1
• Further information gathering
• Making safeguarding personal (MSP) and identifying outcomes
• Multi agency working
• Safety planning

We are a very supportive team, and a full induction will be given. Regular supervision is given alongside weekly team huddles, reflective practice and monthly team meetings. Staff training and development is supported through Mandatory training and targeted career development.

Benefits

You'll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement:As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you're successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme:The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development:We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working:We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity

The County Council iscommittedto equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date

Friday 13th November 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: Monday 23rd November 2026