Social Worker - Front Door Team - Macclesfield - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Social Worker for the Front Door Team in Macclesfield. This role involves safeguarding and supporting children and families at the first point of contact. Candidates should have a recognised Social Work qualification and experience in statutory children's social care. Offers flexible full-time or part-time working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Professional Growth

Supportive Team Environment

Varied Experience

Meaningful Impact

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in statutory children’s social care and child protection.
• Strong skills in information management, risk assessment, and multi-agency collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Receive, respond to, and screen referrals regarding children in need or at risk of harm.
• Conduct screening and triage assessments to determine the appropriate pathway for services.
• Analyse information from multiple sources to make informed professional decisions.
• Provide advice to partner agencies to ensure consistent application of safeguarding thresholds.
• Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns when necessary.
• Participate in child protection enquiries and strategy discussions collaboratively.
• Coordinate effectively with Early Help services and other agencies to support families.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all cases.
• Engage in supervision and team learning to continuously enhance practice.

Skills

Information management

Risk assessment

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Job description

Overview

Social Worker – Front Door Team, Macclesfield, UK. This ongoing locum role offers £40.10 per hour (hourly), with full-time or part-time hours. You will safeguard and support children and families at the first point of contact.

Responsibilities

• Receive, respond to, and screen referrals regarding children in need or at risk of harm.
• Conduct screening and triage assessments to determine the appropriate pathway for services.
• Analyse information from multiple sources to make informed professional decisions.
• Provide advice to partner agencies to ensure consistent application of safeguarding thresholds.
• Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns when necessary.
• Participate in child protection enquiries and strategy discussions collaboratively.
• Coordinate effectively with Early Help services and other agencies to support families.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all cases.
• Engage in supervision and team learning to continuously enhance practice.

Requirements

• Recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Experience in statutory children’s social care and child protection.
• Strong skills in information management, risk assessment, and multi-agency collaboration.

Benefits

• Flexible Hours: Choose between full-time or part-time schedules.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive Team Environment: Collaborative team.
• Varied Experience: Independence and variety of locum work.
• Meaningful Impact: Make a difference in children’s lives and families.

Why Macclesfield?

Nestled in the Cheshire countryside, Macclesfield offers a vibrant community with schools, culture, and high quality of life. It provides a setting for professional development and wellbeing.

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Join Us

Ready to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while advancing your career in statutory social work? Apply today and become part of the Front Door Team in Macclesfield.