Social Worker

Service Care Solutions; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Portsmouth is seeking a dedicated Social Worker for its Family Support and Safeguarding Team. In this full-time role, you will manage a caseload to support families, conduct assessments, and lead safeguarding efforts. The ideal candidate holds a Social Work degree and has at least two years of experience. Competitive pay and a supportive team environment are offered, including flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible & Hybrid Working

Regular Supervision & Career Development

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Referral bonus of £350

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum two years post-qualifying experience in children's services.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload of up to 20 children.
• Conduct assessments and create child-centred plans.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and work with multi-agency professionals.

Skills

Child protection knowledge

Effective communication

Relationship building

Report writing

Anti-oppressive practice

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Social Worker - Family Support and Safeguarding Team, Portsmouth City Council

Location: Portsmouth

Contract: Locum, Full-time (37 hours per week)

About the Role Portsmouth City Council is committed to providing high-quality social care services that improve the lives of children, young people, and families. As a Social Worker in our Family Support and Safeguarding Team, you will play a key role in supporting families, ensuring children's safety, and promoting positive long-term outcomes.

We believe that Social Work Matters, and we continue to invest in our frontline staff to ensure they have the resources, training, and support needed to make a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Manage a reasonable caseload of no more than 20 children to ensure effective support.
• Work with children in need (CiN), child protection (CP), looked after children (LAC), and court proceedings.
• Conduct thorough assessments and create child-centred plans.
• Lead safeguarding enquiries and work in partnership with multi-agency professionals.
• Use a restorative approach to build positive relationships with families and empower them to make changes.
• Attend regular supervision sessions to develop your skills and receive guidance.

Requirements

• A Degree in Social Work and Social Work England registration.
• At least two years of post-qualifying experience in children's services.
• Strong knowledge of child protection, court work, and relevant legislation (Children Act 1989/2004, Working Together 2018, etc.).
• The ability to build positive working relationships with children, families, and partner agencies.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to present evidence in court.
• A commitment to anti-oppressive practice and promoting diversity.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible & Hybrid Working - Portsmouth promotes a healthy work-life balance.
• Regular Supervision & Career Development - Ongoing training and progression opportunities.
• A Supportive Team - Join a workplace that values collaboration and professional growth.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits - Including recruitment and retention incentives.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please call Chris Richardson on (phone number removed) or email your CV - (url removed).

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £350.

The Benefits of Working with SCS

• A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
• Exceptional referral bonuses - £350 per referral placed into work!
• An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
• Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
• Payroll service twice a week.
• Ltd and PAYE payment options available.
• Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
• Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
• DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.