Senior Family Safeguarding Social Worker – Preston

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in Preston is recruiting an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team. This role focuses on child protection and requires a collaborative approach with families and a diverse team of professionals. The position offers a salary range of £36,363 - £46,142 per annum and is a Fixed Term contract until November 2026. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, professional development, and a generous leave package. Candidates must be registered with Social Work England and have at least 12 months post-qualification experience.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Local Authority Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Knowledge of Family Safeguarding model.
• Ability to manage manageable caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Join the Family Safeguarding Team to support children's welfare.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Engage families in the safeguarding process.

Skills

Strengths-based approaches

Collaborative engagement

Motivational Interviewing

Education

Registered with Social Work England

12 months post-qualification experience

Job description

A local authority council in Preston is recruiting an Experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team. This role focuses on child protection and requires a collaborative approach with families and a diverse team of professionals. The position offers a salary range of £36,363 - £46,142 per annum and is a Fixed Term contract until November 2026. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, professional development, and a generous leave package. Candidates must be registered with Social Work England and have at least 12 months post-qualification experience.