Social Worker: Family Safeguarding with Flexible Hours

Leicestershire County Council; Chorley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

26 days annual leave

Job summary

Lancashire County Council’s Family Safeguarding service in Chorley is recruiting a Children’s Social Worker for a permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week). Salary ranges from £37,563 to £47,665 per annum, with a potential up to £46,142 depending on experience.

You will join the Family Safeguarding Team to manage Child in Need and Child Protection caseloads, complete assessments, and work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver effective services for children and families.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in safeguarding and family services preferred.
• Newly qualified or experienced social workers welcome.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload including Child in Need and Child Protection work.
• Manage cases within the Public Law Outline.
• Complete assessments, planning and direct work with families.
• Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver high-quality, reflective practice.
• Help keep families together safely wherever possible.

Skills

Social work

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Lancashire County Council’s Family Safeguarding service in Chorley is recruiting a Children’s Social Worker for a permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week). Salary ranges from £37,563 to £47,665 per annum, with a potential up to £46,142 depending on experience.

You will join the Family Safeguarding Team to manage Child in Need and Child Protection caseloads, complete assessments, and work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver effective services for children and families.