Social Worker CP/Safeguarding Team - Peterborough

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Employee assistance programs

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking a Social Worker to join the CP/Safeguarding Team in Peterborough. You will assess children and families, develop care plans and implement safeguarding measures to protect vulnerable children, working collaboratively with schools and agencies to achieve positive outcomes.

You will be responsible for comprehensive assessments, care plan development, safeguarding interventions, record-keeping, and multi‑agency partnership work, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification (e.g. SW degree).
• Current registration with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
• Develop and review care plans with families and stakeholders.
• Implement safeguarding strategies to protect children at risk.
• Maintain accurate case records in line with standards.
• Participate in multi‑agency meetings and contribute to strategy discussions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Social Work

Job description

Join our dedicated team as a Social Worker in the CP/Safeguarding Team in Peterborough, where you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children and families. In this position, you will be responsible for conducting assessments, developing care plans, and implementing safeguarding measures to ensure the safety and well‑being of children in our community. Your expertise will be crucial in working collaboratively with families, schools, and other agencies to promote positive outcomes for children.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
• Developing and reviewing care plans in partnership with families and relevant stakeholders.
• Implementing safeguarding strategies and interventions to protect children at risk.
• Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date case records in compliance with local and national standards.
• Participating in multi‑agency meetings and contributing to strategy discussions.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Bachelor’s or Master’s in Social Work).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Experience working within a safeguarding or child protection context.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and training.

Additional benefits include:

• competitive salary
• flexible working arrangements
• access to employee assistance programs
• generous leave policy