Social Worker – Assessment & Child Protection, Swindon

Swindon Town Community Mutual Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Competitive salaries

Free car parking at central Swindon

Job summary

Swindon Council is seeking a Social Worker to join the Assessment & Child Protection Team, delivering high‑quality safeguarding for children. This challenging role focuses on timely, evidence‑based decisions, with supportive supervision and flexible working where possible.

You will carry out statutory assessments, build trusted relationships with children and families, plan safety measures, and work in a pod structure with strong team support.

Qualifications

• A social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Strong, child-centred approach and ability to build trust with families in difficult situations.
• Confidence in assessment, planning and decision-making.
• Care, curiosity, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out statutory assessments and child protection enquiries
• Building relationships with children, families and partners
• Creating clear, effective plans that make a real difference
• Supporting families to create safer, more stable futures
• Working in a pod structure, with strong team support and shared responsibility during duty weeks

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Swindon Council is seeking a Social Worker to join the Assessment & Child Protection Team, delivering high‑quality safeguarding for children. This challenging role focuses on timely, evidence‑based decisions, with supportive supervision and flexible working where possible.

You will carry out statutory assessments, build trusted relationships with children and families, plan safety measures, and work in a pod structure with strong team support.