Social Worker Family Safeguarding Team

Service Care; Jersey Marine; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Care is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the Family Safeguarding Team on a temporary agency contract with our client in the Channel Islands. You will manage a diverse caseload, perform safeguarding assessments and develop tailored plans to protect children and support families.

The role requires 5+ years post-qualifying experience, SW England registration, and a full driving licence. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team and engage partner agencies to meet statutory

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Minimum of 5 years' post-qualifying experience with complex families and teenage children within statutory Children's Services.
• Experience managing Child in Need, Child Protection, and Child Care Law cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage a blend of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Plans.
• Conduct detailed assessments identifying risks, strengths and needs.
• Deliver direct work and tailored interventions with children, young people and families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies to safeguard children.
• Complete statutory visits, reviews and reports within deadlines.

Skills

Risk assessment

Report writing

Caseload management

Interagency collaboration

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team (Contract Opportunity in our client) Are you an experienced Social Worker ready for your next challenge? Do you want to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families while enjoying the unique lifestyle of our client? We are recruiting a dedicated Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team to join the Family Safeguarding Service on a temporary agency contract in our client, Channel Islands.

About the Role:

The Social Worker - Family Safeguarding Team will manage a diverse caseload, including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Cared for Children cases. Working within a supportive team, you will deliver high-quality safeguarding interventions, undertake comprehensive assessments, and develop tailored plans to promote positive outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Social Worker to develop further while experiencing the island lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a blend of Child in Need, Child Protection, and Cared for Children cases
• Conduct detailed assessments to identify risks, strengths, and support needs
• Deliver direct work and tailored interventions with children, young people, and families
• Build effective relationships with families to promote engagement and positive change
• Prepare high-quality reports, assessments, and evidence for statutory meetings
• Manage Child in Need, Child Protection, and Care Plans effectively
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies to safeguard children
• Complete statutory visits, reviews, and reports within required deadlines
• Contribute to care planning, permanency, and safeguarding strategies
• Maintain accurate case records and manage multiple priorities efficiently

Candidate Requirements:

• Recognised Social Work qualification
• Current Social Work England registration and eligibility to register with the our client Care Commission
• Minimum of 5 years' post-qualifying experience working with complex families and teenage children within statutory Children's Services
• Significant experience managing Child in Need, Child Protection, and Child Care Law cases
• Strong skills in safeguarding, assessment, risk management, and report writing
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary and partner agencies
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and meet statutory deadlines
• Full, clean manual driving licence
• Enhanced DBS certificate (preferably registered with the Update Service) or willingness to obtain one

Benefits & Additional Details:

• Competitive pay rate of £42 per hour
• Accommodation arranged through the Government of our client (rental costs payable by the worker)
• Travel funded: One flight or ferry at start and end of contract
• Full support from our dedicated recruitment team throughout the process
• Opportunity to enjoy our client beautiful environment and lifestyle